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COUNT RMH Housewarmer Volunteering (Ronald McDonald House)

COUNT RMH Housewarmer Volunteering (Ronald McDonald House)

Sun, Oct 4, 5:00 PM
From Central Ohio United Non-Theists (COUNT)
4.8

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.

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Discount Twisty Tuesday:  VERITY at Lennox Phoenix Theater!

Discount Twisty Tuesday:  VERITY at Lennox Phoenix Theater!

Tue, Oct 6, 9:15 PM
From The Columbus Movie Group
4.7

Join us as we get together to see the psychological-erotic-thriller, VERITY! The film stars Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson and Josh Hartnett and follows a ghostwriter for an ailing author who discovers some disturbing truths! Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: A woman is hired to ghostwrite a novel for a bestselling author who is unable to finish her novel after an accident. But she soon discovers disturbing truths while residing at her home to work. This book-to-film is directed by Michael Showalter (The Big Sick) and is based on Colleen Hoover's novel of the same name. It stars Dakota Johnson, Josh Hartnett and Anne Hathaway (in her fifth and final film this year)! TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdPMKhjMSFs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdPMKhjMSFs) EARLY BUZZ: A lot of great early buzz for what should be a fun and twisty thriller! PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 6:45pm showing and meet inside the lobby area at 6:30pm! Tickets just $5.40 and advance purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments below! Pre-show Happy Hour at nearby Bravo starting at 5:15pm! CMG Pro Tip: Avoid the wait at either location and purchase your movie ticket in advance, and bring cash for Bravo! Should be a fun one, Dan

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Visit A.P.E.S. Primate Sanctuary, then hang out at NACHOFEST!

Visit A.P.E.S. Primate Sanctuary, then hang out at NACHOFEST!

Sun, Oct 11, 5:00 PM
From Active Women 55+
4.9

Meet at the American Primate Educational Sanctuary (A.P.E.S.), 8380 Kennedy Rd. Blacklick. A.P.E.S., the American Primate Educational Sanctuary, is a non-profit organization that cares for eight White-Handed Gibbons. Located in Blacklick, they house primates that were previously kept as household pets. They are committed to be protectors, conservationists, caregivers and educators for all primates, especially the Capuchin monkey and the endangered White-Handed Gibbon. [https://apesohio.weebly.com/](https://apesohio.weebly.com/) They ask for a $10 donation toward the care of the animals. When finished at A.P.E.S., we will head on over to Edison Brewery, 785 Science Blvd, Gahanna, for NACHOFEST for an afternoon of live music, community, and a celebration of the NACHO community (stay as long as you'd like; it's open until 6 pm). There are bands playing throughout the event, including the TBDBITL Alumni Band, Clintonville Community Jazz Band, NACHO Saxadillas, Cap City Funk, and the NACHO Street Band\*. The Taquitos Food Truck will be there. \*The NACHO Street Band is made up of Nationwide Children’s Hospital staff, family, and friends working to raise awareness and money for the hospital and the Ronald McDonald House of Central Ohio. Free to attend and donations can be made to the campaign for the Mid-Ohio Food Collective. Every dollar donated means 2 1/2 meals for those in need. Great music for a great cause, not a bad way to spend a Sunday afternoon! Links: A.P.E.S. [https://apesohio.weebly.com/](https://apesohio.weebly.com/) Edison Brewery [https://www.drinkedison.com/](https://www.drinkedison.com/) NACHO Street Band [https://www.facebook.com/NACHOStreetband/](https://www.facebook.com/NACHOStreetband/)

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Free In-person Meeting: Unwanted Emotions & Loneliness, How to Get Over Them

Free In-person Meeting: Unwanted Emotions & Loneliness, How to Get Over Them

Tue, Oct 13, 11:00 PM
From Get Over Loneliness and Build Lasting Relationships
4.3

This is an in-person meeting. Did you know that unwanted emotions like loneliness, sadness, hopelessness, anger, fear, anxiety, or feelings of irritation don’t just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not chemical imbalance in your brain due to some nebulous chemical reactions by chance. Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you. The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life. For instance, let's say you are already carrying a huge load on your back, then you cannot take on much more, but, let's say something else happens to you, such as the difficulties from the Pandemic, then the resultant combined weight on you can take you over the edge, kind of like the straw that break the camel's back. When this happens, people's attention usually goes to the straw that was added, but actually the majority of the weight had come from the huge load that were already there, holding a person down and causing a person issues. So how do you remove the huge load that was already there? How do you lighten them up? Is it possible to get rid of them? That is what this meeting will be all about. Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of 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 and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

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Old Beechwold; What You Don't Know May Surprise You

Old Beechwold; What You Don't Know May Surprise You

Fri, Oct 16, 2:00 PM
From Active Women 55+
4.9

On this tour we'll enjoy a 2.5 miles stroll through beautiful Old Beechwold. We'll learn about its unique origin, discuss its transformations through time, and witness its hidden gems. Due to the lack of any sidewalks and the narrow, winding roads here the tour size is limited. If you have weak knees or balance issues please bring a hiking pole or two as we may go "off trail" for a bit of our tour, depending on interest. We can discuss lunch options afterward for those folks who would like to go to lunch nearby. I will cancel this tour in the event of likely rain.

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Rays Of Light Spiritualist Church Service

Rays Of Light Spiritualist Church Service

Sun, Oct 4, 10:00 PM
From Rays Of Light Spiritualist Church
4.9

Rev. Steven Clevenger is an ordained spiritualist minister with over 40 years experience as a Spiritual Healer, Clairvoyant and Spiritual Teacher, educated and trained at the White Lily Chapel. Rev. Siobhan Wolf Shaffer is an ordained spiritualist minister and certified medium and healer with over 20 years experience. She began her development in 1988 in Pennsylvania and continued when she moved to Ohio in 1998 where she studied at Rays of Lights Church with Rev. Steven Clevenger. Our full worship services consist of an inspirational lecture, healing meditation, and messages from the spirit world that serve to demonstrate evidence of eternal life. Please visit our Official Church Website (http://raysoflightchurch.com) for more information.

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Meetup lists numerous charity and social activities in many cities for over 60s. Availability may vary, so exploring nearby options is beneficial.

Yes, you are free to join as many charity groups as you like. Venture into different causes or focus on specific areas that interest you most.

Joining groups and browsing events on Meetup is generally free, though some events may have associated costs for materials or entry.

Charity groups are communities where individuals collaborate to contribute to causes, whether through volunteering, fundraising, or raising awareness.

Yes, you can RSVP to events organized by charity groups even if you aren't a member, but joining a group can deepen involvement and connection.

Charity group events can be both in-person or online, depending on the organizers. Check event details for format information.

While Meetup facilitates connections, it can't guarantee friendships. Active participation and engagement often improve chances of forming bonds.

While Meetup hosts diverse charity groups, some niche causes may not have active local groups. Exploring adjacent interests can uncover opportunities.

After joining a charity group, begin by attending events and engaging in discussions. The initial step is often exploration and connection.

Absolutely, those over 60 can create groups tailored to their charity interests if existing groups do not fit their needs or location.

Many charity groups include discussions and planning events where ideas are shared on how to further their cause and community effort.

If local charity events are sparse, consider digital events or further your search to neighboring areas. Leading your initiative is another option.

Event quality varies by group and organizer. Checking reviews and details can provide insight into the event's expected structure and outcome.