Short North Civic Association

05/05/2026

VOTE! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
There's still time – polls are OPEN NOW until 7:30PM tonight!

WHY LOCAL ELECTIONS MATTER
When we think about elections, our minds often jump to presidential races, but the truth is that local elections shape our daily lives just as much—if not more! From support of public services to the roads we drive on to the schools in our neighborhoods, the leaders we elect locally make decisions that directly impact our communities. That’s why voting in local elections is one of the most powerful ways to make a difference. Democracy works best when we all take part. Your vote is your voice—use it to shape the future of your community. Get democracy done. VOTE LOCAL!

05/04/2026

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🇺🇸 MAY COMMUNITY MEETINGS
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• ITALIAN VILLAGE COMMISSION {2nd Tues}
TUES, MAY 12 @ 4PM > 111 N Front St, #204
Agenda +More Info: columbus.gov/Business-Development/Building-Zoning-Services/Boards-and-Commissions/Historic-Preservation-Design-Review-Boards-Commissions-Panels/Italian-Village-Commission
(+stream mtg: youtube.com/cityofcolumbus)

• VICTORIAN VILLAGE COMMISSION {2nd Wed}
WED, MAY 13 @ 4PM > 111 N Front St, #204
Agenda +More Info: columbus.gov/Business-Development/Building-Zoning-Services/Boards-and-Commissions/Historic-Preservation-Design-Review-Boards-Commissions-Panels/Victorian-Village-Commission
(+stream mtg: youtube.com/cityofcolumbus)

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• Short North Civic Association
MONTHLY MEETING {3rd Tues}
TUESDAY, MAY 19 @ 6PM
Thompson Recreation Center @ 1189 Dennison Ave
AGENDA: https://shortnorthcivic.org/event/snca-may-2026-meeting/
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• Harrison West Society
MONTHLY MEETING {3rd Wed}
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20 @ 7PM
Harrison on 5th by Senior Star @ 579 W 5th Ave
More info: harrisonwest.org/

• Italian Village Society
MONTHLY MEETING {4th Tues}
TUESDAY, MAY 26 @ 6PM
Seventh Son Brewing @ 1101 N 4th St
More info: italianvillage.org/

WHO: Short North Civic Association WHAT: Monthly Meeting WHERE: Thompson Community Center – 1189 Dennison Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 WHEN: Tuesday, May 19 – 2026 @ 6:00pm

04/29/2026

🖼🛍🍷Don't miss the May Gallery Hop *THIS* SATURDAY [May 2nd] from 4pm-8pm! Come to the FABULOUS SHORT NORTH to visit the ART GALLERIES & shop our UNIQUE STORES! EAT! DRINK! EXPLORE! EXPERIENCE!

PLUS it's almost time for May Hops on High [May 9th] — the first open streets event of 2026, a day of free, fun activities — get creative, gather with friends & celebrate your Short North community. Event info: shortnorth.org/hops-on-high/
Street closures begin on Saturday, May 9 at 6am and end by 10:30pm. Street closures details: shortnorth.org/shortnorthparking/

Short North Civic Association Short North Arts District Victorian Village & Short North Italian Village Society Harrison West Society Dennison Place Neighborhood Association The Circles, Friends of Goodale Park Short North Stage

04/24/2026

The 2026 OhioHealth Capital City Half Marathon, OhioHealth Quarter Marathon and Columbus Promise 5K step off TOMORROW, Saturday, April 25 @8 a.m. in Downtown Columbus.

⚠️ NOTE: "Rolling" STREET CLOSURES in and around our Short North neighborhoods [High St/Neil Ave] tomorrow starting at 7:30 am until 12:30 pm. Plan your route accordingly.
GOOD LUCK to all participants!

For more info, visit: capitalcityhalfmarathon.com/event-info/maps/

04/21/2026

Heads up, Short North! 🚨
Our meetings have changed to 3rd Tues of every month and it’s happening TONIGHT at 6pm.

Plan to join Short North Civic Association TONIGHT at 6:00 PM - at Thompson Community Center (1189 Dennison Avenue).

We're excited to feature an inside look and presentation on Art in the Park. After two years of community meetings and an international search, Friends of Goodale Park have announced four permanent artworks selected for installation in our neighborhood’s favorite green space.

Come see the vision for public art in Goodale Park and get involved with your community!

📍 Where: Thompson Community Center
🕕 When: Tonight, April 21 @ 6:00 PM

See you there!

04/04/2026

Repost from
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Gallery Hop is this Saturday, 04.04.26, from 4 - 8pm in the Short North! You can expect…

🖼️ Exhibition openings at your favorite Short North Arts District galleries

🎹 Live musical performances from local artists

🍽️ Great options for apps, drinks, or dinner as you make your way through the sights and sounds

04/01/2026

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🌷 APRIL COMMUNITY MEETINGS
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• VICTORIAN VILLAGE COMMISSION {2nd Wed}
WED, APR 8 @ 4PM > 111 N Front St, #204
Agenda +More Info: columbus.gov/Business-Development/Building-Zoning-Services/Boards-and-Commissions/Historic-Preservation-Design-Review-Boards-Commissions-Panels/Victorian-Village-Commission
(+stream mtg: youtube.com/cityofcolumbus)

• ITALIAN VILLAGE COMMISSION {2nd Tues}
TUE, APR 14 @ 4PM > 111 N Front St, #204
Agenda +More Info: columbus.gov/Business-Development/Building-Zoning-Services/Boards-and-Commissions/Historic-Preservation-Design-Review-Boards-Commissions-Panels/Italian-Village-Commission
(+stream mtg: youtube.com/cityofcolumbus)

• Harrison West Society
MONTHLY MEETING {3rd Wed}
WEDNESDAY, APR 15 @ 7PM
Harrison on 5th by Senior Star @ 579 W 5th Ave
More info: harrisonwest.org/

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• Short North Civic Association
MONTHLY MEETING {3rd Tues}
TUESDAY, APR 21 @ 6PM
Thompson Recreation Center @ 1189 Dennison Ave
AGENDA: shortnorthcivic.org/event/snca-april-2026-meeting/
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• Italian Village Society
MONTHLY MEETING {4th Tues}
TUESDAY, APR 28 @ 6PM
Seventh Son Brewing @ 1101 N 4th St
More info: italianvillage.org/

WHO: Short North Civic Association WHAT: Monthly Meeting WHERE: Thompson Community Center – 1189 Dennison Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 WHEN: Tuesday, April 21 – 2026 @ 6:00pm

03/20/2026

📣 We need YOUR voice!
Take this short 2 minute survey to help guide important decisions ahead for Short North Civic Association - your opinions are a key part of that process - every response helps us better understand what’s working and what’s needed! 📋 Thank You!

The Short North Civic Association (SNCA) is working to better serve residents and advocate for neighborhood priorities in 2026. This short survey (10 questions, 2–3 minutes) will help us understand your biggest concerns and guide our work with city leaders and community partners. Responses are tot...

03/15/2026

Join our team! Are you passionate about local music and community? Are you looking to volunteer your time and talents to something fun and rewarding this year that's work is focused over 5 weeks in the summer with a few meetings and fun gatherings in between?
The Goodale Park Music Series might be for you!
We are looking for committee members and day-of volunteers for our free summer Sunday shows!

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, send us a DM and let's chat!