The Big Table® is an annual community-wide day of conversation designed to inspire civic engagement and connection.
At a time when many people feel lonely or disconnected, creating space for genuine human connection matters more than ever.
Through intentional dialogue, Big Table participants are encouraged to meet new people, share their lived experiences, and actively listen to build a kinder, more connected community where everyone has a seat at the table.
The Big Table is free and open to all!
Locations and Activities
Time: 2:00–3:00 p.m.
130 Woodland Ave, Columbus, OH 43203
Eldon and Elsie Ward Family YMCA
- Topic – Community / Youth Safety
- Seats – 20
- Facilitators – André Thurman / Troy Fowler
- Register – Register
Time: 12:00–1:00 p.m.
2879 Valleyview Dr, Columbus, OH 43204
Hilltop YMCA
- Topic – Open Conversation
- Seats – 15
- Facilitator – Theresa Whittington
- Register – Register
Time: 10:00–11:00 a.m.
402 N Hamilton Rd, Whitehall, OH 43213
Whitehall Community Park YMCA
- Topic – Open Conversation / Card Deck
- Seats – 15
- Facilitators – Carrie Anders / Lara Jones
- Register – Register
Time: 8:00–10:00 a.m.
1640 Sandalwood Pl, Columbus, OH 43229
North YMCA
- Topic – Open conversations around community and youth, including Card Deck Prompts and a special Teen Big Table.
- Seats – 25
- Facilitator – Sherrie M. Johnson-Dantzler
- Register – Register
Time: 8:00–10:00 a.m.
3600 Discovery Dr, Grove City, OH 43123
Grove City YMCA
- Topic – Building a Stronger Grove City
- Seats – 25
- Facilitator – Dolly Crespo
- Register – Register
Gahanna/John E. Bickley YMCA
Address:
555 YMCA Place, Gahanna, OH 43230
Time:
12:30–1:30 p.m.
Topic:
Community and Connection — Families, Young Adults, Active Older Adults
Seats:
25
Facilitators:
Gwen Wade / Chris Russo
Time: 3:00–4:00 p.m.
1470 Davidson Dr, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
Reynoldsburg Community Center YMCA
- Topic – Open Conversation
- Seats – 20
- Facilitator – Chris Crume
- Register – Register
Time: 1:00–2:00 p.m.
4515 Cosgray Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
Hilliard/Ray Patch Family YMCA
- Topic – Open Conversation
- Seats – 15
- Facilitator – Patrick Russell
- Register – Register
Time: 1:00–2:00 p.m.
7798 N. Liberty Rd, Powell, OH 43065
Liberty Twp/Powell YMCA
- Topic – Open Conversation
- Seats – 25
- Facilitator – Savannah Garside
- Register – Register