Bronzeville Neighborhood Association

10/12/2026

🏘️ BRONZEVILLE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION | OCTOBER MEETING RECAP

Thank you to all the residents, community leaders, and guests who attended our October neighborhood meeting!

We had meaningful conversations about the future of Bronzeville and the issues impacting our community.

📌 Meeting Highlights:

🏠 Community Development & Affordable Housing
Updates on neighborhood development, affordable housing opportunities, and the role local churches and property owners can play in addressing housing needs.

🚦 Traffic Safety & Infrastructure
Discussions about upcoming traffic-calming improvements, bicycle lanes, speed reduction measures, and ways residents can advocate for safer streets.

🥬 Food Access & Local Businesses
Updates on the proposed Bronzeville food co-op, neighborhood grocery options, and the future of our local farmers market.

🗳️ Issues 8 & 9: Columbus City Council
Residents discussed the proposed changes to City Council representation, district voting, and the potential financial impact on taxpayers. Different perspectives were shared during an engaging community discussion.

📚 Preserving Bronzeville's History
Updates on the Poindexter Village museum project and opportunities for residents to contribute historical photographs, artifacts, and stories that preserve our community's legacy.

🗳️ Voter Education
A representative from the League of Women Voters shared resources on voter registration, early voting, ballot information, and voter assistance.

✈️ Youth & Career Opportunities
Discussions highlighted aviation career pathways, the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen, and the importance of connecting young people with educational opportunities.

📢 UPCOMING COMMUNITY DISCUSSION

Columbus Issues 8 & 9: How Will They Impact Our Community?

📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026

🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📍 Lincoln Theatre, Columbus, Ohio

Residents are encouraged to attend, ask questions, and learn more about the proposed changes.

📍 JOIN OUR MONTHLY MEETINGS

Every second Saturday at 3:00 PM

Bethany Presbyterian Church

206 N. Garfield Avenue, Columbus, OH 43203

Bronzeville's future depends on an informed, engaged, and connected community.

Your Neighborhood. Your Voice. Your Future.

Follow the Bronzeville Neighborhood Association for updates on community meetings, neighborhood development, and upcoming events.

💬 What issues would you like to see addressed at our future meetings? Share your thoughts below!

10/12/2026

10/11/2026

🚨 BRONZEVILLE, COLUMBUS! YOUR VOICE MATTERS! 🗣️🗳️

Do you know how Issue 8 or Issue 9 could impact you, your family, your neighborhood, and your tax dollars?

It’s time to get informed, ask questions, and have a REAL community conversation!

Join the Bronzeville Neighborhood Association as we discuss the impact these issues could have on the citizens and taxpayers of Columbus.

📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Lincoln Theatre Ballroom, Columbus, OH

Whether you’re a homeowner, renter, business owner, or concerned resident, this conversation is for YOU!

We can’t complain about decisions being made in our community if we’re not showing up to understand them and make our voices heard.

Community. People. Progress. TOGETHER. 💛🖤

👇🏾 TAG a Columbus resident, SHARE this post, and COMMENT if you’ll be there!

10/10/2026

🙏🏾 EVERYONE IS INVITED! Annual Men’s Day 2026! 🙌🏾

Join us at Bethany Presbyterian Church for a powerful day of worship, fellowship, encouragement, and celebration!

🎤 Guest Speaker: Captain Andrew Pierce
🎶 Musical Guest: Jimmi Love

📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026
⏰ 10:45 AM
📍 Bethany Presbyterian Church
206 N. Garfield Avenue, Columbus, OH 43203

Under the leadership of Rev. Dr. Edward K. Lewis, Pastor.

📖 Isaiah 30:31 reminds us that those who trust in the Lord will find new strength and soar on wings like eagles!

Men, bring your families, invite your friends, and come ready to be inspired. This celebration is not just for men

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

Let’s come together in faith, unity, and purpose. See you there! 🙏🏾

10/10/2026

10/02/2026

Come out and support the 1st Annual Charlotte Olivia Gallery of Fine Art & History! 🎨🍷

Join us for an afternoon of art, history, music, and community.

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 743 Miller Ave, Columbus, OH 43205
🎶 Music by James “Smooth” Elliott
🎤 Hosted by Al Russell

Come enjoy the W**e Sip & Art Viewing, learn some history, connect with the community, and support a local space preserving art and culture.

All donations are appreciated.

Who’s coming out Saturday? 👀

09/25/2026

Bronzeville is rising. 🔥

But real change requires people to get involved especially our young people.

We need the next generation engaged in the community, local government, business, education, safety, and the decisions shaping the future of Bronzeville.

More African-American businesses are coming into the neighborhood, but there is still work to do. That means showing up, asking questions, bringing solutions, and being willing to take on the challenge.

📍 Bronzeville Neighborhood Association meetings
🗓️ Every second Saturday at 3 PM
📌 Bethany Presbyterian Church
206 N. Garfield Ave., Columbus, OH 43203

Come with your questions. Come with your concerns. Come ready to be part of the change.

Sometimes the conversations get heated but as Willis Brown said:

🔥 “Out of the fire, the ashes, the phoenix will rise.”

Bronzeville keeps rising. ✊🏿

09/18/2026

The project will include new sidewalks, a concrete barrier for new bike lanes, bus islands and resurfaced roads.

09/17/2026

06/24/2026

A former funeral home that served King-Lincoln Bronzeville for decades has been replaced by a six-story, 89-unit apartment building.