Upcoming events.

Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation
Nov
3

Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation

Third Hand is a bicycle cooperative in Columbus, Ohio: a volunteer run, non-profit, community oriented workshop where you can come to learn about bikes, fix your bike, obtain a bike, meet fellow cyclists, volunteer, donate unwanted stuff, and have fun. They offer bikes and parts at a low cost and help you learn to fix bikes!

The first Monday of every month, there is a 2 hour session covering organizational history and structure, tour of the building, and some basic hands-on training. Once completing this training you gain access to volunteer nights, where you can work on your bike or help THBC work on bikes they have.

Gives (What THBC expects from you):

  • Safety first! Be familiar about safety policies

  • 10+ volunteer hours per year of membership

  • Adhere to policies and guidelines in the Volunteer Handbook

  • Be clear about your task(s) – if unsure, ask a Coordinator

Gets (What you can expect from THBC):

  • Membership in a dynamic and vital community organization.

  • Access to Member Shops

  • Structured hands-on mechanical training

  • An initial shop and organizational orientation

  • Earn volunteer shop credit ($20/ hour)

  • Up to 75% off used parts with volunteer credit, including 1 bike/year

  • 20% off new parts

Open Shop Nights are weekly:

Monday 6-9pm

Wednesday 6-9pm

Saturday 1-4pm

Women & Trans Open Shop Nights are on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays 6-9pm

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Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting
Nov
4

Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting

  • Columbus Metropolitan Library - Northside Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the Columbus chapter of Strong Towns for their monthly meeting and social gathering on the first Tuesday of every month. Strong Towns works to advocate for cities of all sizes to be safe, livable, and inviting. They work to elevate local government to be the highest level of collaboration for people working together in a place, not merely the lowest level in a hierarchy of governments.

To get in touch, join the Strong Towns Columbus mailing list with this form or join the Google Group.

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COTA Board of Trustees
Nov
12

COTA Board of Trustees

  • William J. Lhota Building; WGP Boardroom (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The COTA Board of Trustees meets frequently throughout the year.

All board meetings are open to the public. The Board Chair shall have the discretion to recognize special speakers, public officials and guests to speak without a time limitation prior to the public comment period.

Public comments will be allowed at the beginning of each COTA Board meeting prior to the discussion of the COTA Board agenda items. People wishing to address the Board should sign in with the Assistant Secretary prior to the commencement of the meeting.

Generally, each person will be allotted three (3) minutes for this purpose on a first-come, first-served basis; provided, however, the total time allocated for general public comments shall not exceed 30 minutes. If more speakers have signed up for general public comments than can be accommodated in this 30-minute session, then at the discretion of the Board Chair, the general public comments session may be extended subject to the three (3) minute time limit outlined above.

The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request an ADA reasonable accommodation, please contact the individual indicated below no later than 72 hours prior to the meeting: Tanya Salyers at SalyersTS@cota.com or 614-275-5852

https://www.cota.com/about-us/board-of-trustees/

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Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation
Dec
1

Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation

Third Hand is a bicycle cooperative in Columbus, Ohio: a volunteer run, non-profit, community oriented workshop where you can come to learn about bikes, fix your bike, obtain a bike, meet fellow cyclists, volunteer, donate unwanted stuff, and have fun. They offer bikes and parts at a low cost and help you learn to fix bikes!

The first Monday of every month, there is a 2 hour session covering organizational history and structure, tour of the building, and some basic hands-on training. Once completing this training you gain access to volunteer nights, where you can work on your bike or help THBC work on bikes they have.

Gives (What THBC expects from you):

  • Safety first! Be familiar about safety policies

  • 10+ volunteer hours per year of membership

  • Adhere to policies and guidelines in the Volunteer Handbook

  • Be clear about your task(s) – if unsure, ask a Coordinator

Gets (What you can expect from THBC):

  • Membership in a dynamic and vital community organization.

  • Access to Member Shops

  • Structured hands-on mechanical training

  • An initial shop and organizational orientation

  • Earn volunteer shop credit ($20/ hour)

  • Up to 75% off used parts with volunteer credit, including 1 bike/year

  • 20% off new parts

Open Shop Nights are weekly:

Monday 6-9pm

Wednesday 6-9pm

Saturday 1-4pm

Women & Trans Open Shop Nights are on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays 6-9pm

View Event →
Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting
Dec
2

Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting

  • Columbus Metropolitan Library - Northside Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the Columbus chapter of Strong Towns for their monthly meeting and social gathering on the first Tuesday of every month. Strong Towns works to advocate for cities of all sizes to be safe, livable, and inviting. They work to elevate local government to be the highest level of collaboration for people working together in a place, not merely the lowest level in a hierarchy of governments.

To get in touch, join the Strong Towns Columbus mailing list with this form or join the Google Group.

View Event →
COTA Board of Trustees
Dec
10

COTA Board of Trustees

  • William J. Lhota Building; WGP Boardroom (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The COTA Board of Trustees meets frequently throughout the year.

All board meetings are open to the public. The Board Chair shall have the discretion to recognize special speakers, public officials and guests to speak without a time limitation prior to the public comment period.

Public comments will be allowed at the beginning of each COTA Board meeting prior to the discussion of the COTA Board agenda items. People wishing to address the Board should sign in with the Assistant Secretary prior to the commencement of the meeting.

Generally, each person will be allotted three (3) minutes for this purpose on a first-come, first-served basis; provided, however, the total time allocated for general public comments shall not exceed 30 minutes. If more speakers have signed up for general public comments than can be accommodated in this 30-minute session, then at the discretion of the Board Chair, the general public comments session may be extended subject to the three (3) minute time limit outlined above.

The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request an ADA reasonable accommodation, please contact the individual indicated below no later than 72 hours prior to the meeting: Tanya Salyers at SalyersTS@cota.com or 614-275-5852

https://www.cota.com/about-us/board-of-trustees/

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Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting
Oct
7

Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting

  • Columbus Metropolitan Library - Northside Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the Columbus chapter of Strong Towns for their monthly meeting and social gathering on the first Tuesday of every month. Strong Towns works to advocate for cities of all sizes to be safe, livable, and inviting. They work to elevate local government to be the highest level of collaboration for people working together in a place, not merely the lowest level in a hierarchy of governments.

To get in touch, join the Strong Towns Columbus mailing list with this form or join the Google Group.

View Event →
Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation
Oct
6

Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation

Third Hand is a bicycle cooperative in Columbus, Ohio: a volunteer run, non-profit, community oriented workshop where you can come to learn about bikes, fix your bike, obtain a bike, meet fellow cyclists, volunteer, donate unwanted stuff, and have fun. They offer bikes and parts at a low cost and help you learn to fix bikes!

The first Monday of every month, there is a 2 hour session covering organizational history and structure, tour of the building, and some basic hands-on training. Once completing this training you gain access to volunteer nights, where you can work on your bike or help THBC work on bikes they have.

Gives (What THBC expects from you):

  • Safety first! Be familiar about safety policies

  • 10+ volunteer hours per year of membership

  • Adhere to policies and guidelines in the Volunteer Handbook

  • Be clear about your task(s) – if unsure, ask a Coordinator

Gets (What you can expect from THBC):

  • Membership in a dynamic and vital community organization.

  • Access to Member Shops

  • Structured hands-on mechanical training

  • An initial shop and organizational orientation

  • Earn volunteer shop credit ($20/ hour)

  • Up to 75% off used parts with volunteer credit, including 1 bike/year

  • 20% off new parts

Open Shop Nights are weekly:

Monday 6-9pm

Wednesday 6-9pm

Saturday 1-4pm

Women & Trans Open Shop Nights are on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays 6-9pm

View Event →
Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting
Sep
2

Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting

  • Columbus Metropolitan Library - Northside Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the Columbus chapter of Strong Towns for their monthly meeting and social gathering on the first Tuesday of every month. Strong Towns works to advocate for cities of all sizes to be safe, livable, and inviting. They work to elevate local government to be the highest level of collaboration for people working together in a place, not merely the lowest level in a hierarchy of governments.

To get in touch, join the Strong Towns Columbus mailing list with this form or join the Google Group.

View Event →
Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation
Sep
1

Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation

Third Hand is a bicycle cooperative in Columbus, Ohio: a volunteer run, non-profit, community oriented workshop where you can come to learn about bikes, fix your bike, obtain a bike, meet fellow cyclists, volunteer, donate unwanted stuff, and have fun. They offer bikes and parts at a low cost and help you learn to fix bikes!

The first Monday of every month, there is a 2 hour session covering organizational history and structure, tour of the building, and some basic hands-on training. Once completing this training you gain access to volunteer nights, where you can work on your bike or help THBC work on bikes they have.

Gives (What THBC expects from you):

  • Safety first! Be familiar about safety policies

  • 10+ volunteer hours per year of membership

  • Adhere to policies and guidelines in the Volunteer Handbook

  • Be clear about your task(s) – if unsure, ask a Coordinator

Gets (What you can expect from THBC):

  • Membership in a dynamic and vital community organization.

  • Access to Member Shops

  • Structured hands-on mechanical training

  • An initial shop and organizational orientation

  • Earn volunteer shop credit ($20/ hour)

  • Up to 75% off used parts with volunteer credit, including 1 bike/year

  • 20% off new parts

Open Shop Nights are weekly:

Monday 6-9pm

Wednesday 6-9pm

Saturday 1-4pm

Women & Trans Open Shop Nights are on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays 6-9pm

View Event →
August All Aboard Ohio Statewide Meeting
Aug
9

August All Aboard Ohio Statewide Meeting

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

View Event →
Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting
Aug
5

Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting

  • Columbus Metropolitan Library - Northside Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the Columbus chapter of Strong Towns for their monthly meeting and social gathering on the first Tuesday of every month. Strong Towns works to advocate for cities of all sizes to be safe, livable, and inviting. They work to elevate local government to be the highest level of collaboration for people working together in a place, not merely the lowest level in a hierarchy of governments.

To get in touch, join the Strong Towns Columbus mailing list with this form or join the Google Group.

View Event →
Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation
Aug
4

Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation

Third Hand is a bicycle cooperative in Columbus, Ohio: a volunteer run, non-profit, community oriented workshop where you can come to learn about bikes, fix your bike, obtain a bike, meet fellow cyclists, volunteer, donate unwanted stuff, and have fun. They offer bikes and parts at a low cost and help you learn to fix bikes!

The first Monday of every month, there is a 2 hour session covering organizational history and structure, tour of the building, and some basic hands-on training. Once completing this training you gain access to volunteer nights, where you can work on your bike or help THBC work on bikes they have.

Gives (What THBC expects from you):

  • Safety first! Be familiar about safety policies

  • 10+ volunteer hours per year of membership

  • Adhere to policies and guidelines in the Volunteer Handbook

  • Be clear about your task(s) – if unsure, ask a Coordinator

Gets (What you can expect from THBC):

  • Membership in a dynamic and vital community organization.

  • Access to Member Shops

  • Structured hands-on mechanical training

  • An initial shop and organizational orientation

  • Earn volunteer shop credit ($20/ hour)

  • Up to 75% off used parts with volunteer credit, including 1 bike/year

  • 20% off new parts

Open Shop Nights are weekly:

Monday 6-9pm

Wednesday 6-9pm

Saturday 1-4pm

Women & Trans Open Shop Nights are on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays 6-9pm

View Event →
July All Aboard Ohio Statewide Meeting
Jul
12

July All Aboard Ohio Statewide Meeting

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

View Event →
Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation
Jul
7

Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation

Third Hand is a bicycle cooperative in Columbus, Ohio: a volunteer run, non-profit, community oriented workshop where you can come to learn about bikes, fix your bike, obtain a bike, meet fellow cyclists, volunteer, donate unwanted stuff, and have fun. They offer bikes and parts at a low cost and help you learn to fix bikes!

The first Monday of every month, there is a 2 hour session covering organizational history and structure, tour of the building, and some basic hands-on training. Once completing this training you gain access to volunteer nights, where you can work on your bike or help THBC work on bikes they have.

Gives (What THBC expects from you):

  • Safety first! Be familiar about safety policies

  • 10+ volunteer hours per year of membership

  • Adhere to policies and guidelines in the Volunteer Handbook

  • Be clear about your task(s) – if unsure, ask a Coordinator

Gets (What you can expect from THBC):

  • Membership in a dynamic and vital community organization.

  • Access to Member Shops

  • Structured hands-on mechanical training

  • An initial shop and organizational orientation

  • Earn volunteer shop credit ($20/ hour)

  • Up to 75% off used parts with volunteer credit, including 1 bike/year

  • 20% off new parts

Open Shop Nights are weekly:

Monday 6-9pm

Wednesday 6-9pm

Saturday 1-4pm

Women & Trans Open Shop Nights are on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays 6-9pm

View Event →
Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting
Jul
1

Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting

  • Columbus Metropolitan Library - Northside Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the Columbus chapter of Strong Towns for their monthly meeting and social gathering on the first Tuesday of every month. Strong Towns works to advocate for cities of all sizes to be safe, livable, and inviting. They work to elevate local government to be the highest level of collaboration for people working together in a place, not merely the lowest level in a hierarchy of governments.

To get in touch, join the Strong Towns Columbus mailing list with this form or join the Google Group.

View Event →
June All Aboard Ohio Statewide Meeting
Jun
14

June All Aboard Ohio Statewide Meeting

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

View Event →
Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting
Jun
3

Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting

  • Columbus Metropolitan Library - Northside Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the Columbus chapter of Strong Towns for their monthly meeting and social gathering on the first Tuesday of every month. Strong Towns works to advocate for cities of all sizes to be safe, livable, and inviting. They work to elevate local government to be the highest level of collaboration for people working together in a place, not merely the lowest level in a hierarchy of governments.

To get in touch, join the Strong Towns Columbus mailing list with this form or join the Google Group.

View Event →
Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation
Jun
2

Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation

Third Hand is a bicycle cooperative in Columbus, Ohio: a volunteer run, non-profit, community oriented workshop where you can come to learn about bikes, fix your bike, obtain a bike, meet fellow cyclists, volunteer, donate unwanted stuff, and have fun. They offer bikes and parts at a low cost and help you learn to fix bikes!

The first Monday of every month, there is a 2 hour session covering organizational history and structure, tour of the building, and some basic hands-on training. Once completing this training you gain access to volunteer nights, where you can work on your bike or help THBC work on bikes they have.

Gives (What THBC expects from you):

  • Safety first! Be familiar about safety policies

  • 10+ volunteer hours per year of membership

  • Adhere to policies and guidelines in the Volunteer Handbook

  • Be clear about your task(s) – if unsure, ask a Coordinator

Gets (What you can expect from THBC):

  • Membership in a dynamic and vital community organization.

  • Access to Member Shops

  • Structured hands-on mechanical training

  • An initial shop and organizational orientation

  • Earn volunteer shop credit ($20/ hour)

  • Up to 75% off used parts with volunteer credit, including 1 bike/year

  • 20% off new parts

Open Shop Nights are weekly:

Monday 6-9pm

Wednesday 6-9pm

Saturday 1-4pm

Women & Trans Open Shop Nights are on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays 6-9pm

View Event →
May All Aboard Ohio Statewide Meeting
May
10

May All Aboard Ohio Statewide Meeting

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

View Event →
Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting
May
6

Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting

  • Columbus Metropolitan Library - Northside Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the Columbus chapter of Strong Towns for their monthly meeting and social gathering on the first Tuesday of every month. Strong Towns works to advocate for cities of all sizes to be safe, livable, and inviting. They work to elevate local government to be the highest level of collaboration for people working together in a place, not merely the lowest level in a hierarchy of governments.

To get in touch, join the Strong Towns Columbus mailing list with this form or join the Google Group.

View Event →
Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation
May
5

Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation

Third Hand is a bicycle cooperative in Columbus, Ohio: a volunteer run, non-profit, community oriented workshop where you can come to learn about bikes, fix your bike, obtain a bike, meet fellow cyclists, volunteer, donate unwanted stuff, and have fun. They offer bikes and parts at a low cost and help you learn to fix bikes!

The first Monday of every month, there is a 2 hour session covering organizational history and structure, tour of the building, and some basic hands-on training. Once completing this training you gain access to volunteer nights, where you can work on your bike or help THBC work on bikes they have.

Gives (What THBC expects from you):

  • Safety first! Be familiar about safety policies

  • 10+ volunteer hours per year of membership

  • Adhere to policies and guidelines in the Volunteer Handbook

  • Be clear about your task(s) – if unsure, ask a Coordinator

Gets (What you can expect from THBC):

  • Membership in a dynamic and vital community organization.

  • Access to Member Shops

  • Structured hands-on mechanical training

  • An initial shop and organizational orientation

  • Earn volunteer shop credit ($20/ hour)

  • Up to 75% off used parts with volunteer credit, including 1 bike/year

  • 20% off new parts

Open Shop Nights are weekly:

Monday 6-9pm

Wednesday 6-9pm

Saturday 1-4pm

Women & Trans Open Shop Nights are on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays 6-9pm

View Event →
April All Aboard Ohio Statewide Meeting
Apr
12

April All Aboard Ohio Statewide Meeting

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

View Event →
Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation
Apr
7

Third Hand Bike Co-Op Volunteer Orientation

Third Hand is a bicycle cooperative in Columbus, Ohio: a volunteer run, non-profit, community oriented workshop where you can come to learn about bikes, fix your bike, obtain a bike, meet fellow cyclists, volunteer, donate unwanted stuff, and have fun. They offer bikes and parts at a low cost and help you learn to fix bikes!

The first Monday of every month, there is a 2 hour session covering organizational history and structure, tour of the building, and some basic hands-on training. Once completing this training you gain access to volunteer nights, where you can work on your bike or help THBC work on bikes they have.

Gives (What THBC expects from you):

  • Safety first! Be familiar about safety policies

  • 10+ volunteer hours per year of membership

  • Adhere to policies and guidelines in the Volunteer Handbook

  • Be clear about your task(s) – if unsure, ask a Coordinator

Gets (What you can expect from THBC):

  • Membership in a dynamic and vital community organization.

  • Access to Member Shops

  • Structured hands-on mechanical training

  • An initial shop and organizational orientation

  • Earn volunteer shop credit ($20/ hour)

  • Up to 75% off used parts with volunteer credit, including 1 bike/year

  • 20% off new parts

Open Shop Nights are weekly:

Monday 6-9pm

Wednesday 6-9pm

Saturday 1-4pm

Women & Trans Open Shop Nights are on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays 6-9pm

View Event →
Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting
Apr
1

Strong Towns Columbus Monthly Meeting

  • Columbus Metropolitan Library - Northside Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the Columbus chapter of Strong Towns for their monthly meeting and social gathering on the first Tuesday of every month. Strong Towns works to advocate for cities of all sizes to be safe, livable, and inviting. They work to elevate local government to be the highest level of collaboration for people working together in a place, not merely the lowest level in a hierarchy of governments.

To get in touch, join the Strong Towns Columbus mailing list with this form or join the Google Group.

View Event →