April Good Neighbor Training
New CRIS volunteer applications are currently on pause, but we invite you to attend the April Good Neighbor Training if you are interested in learning about current immigration policies, the challenges facing New Americans, and ways to support the New American community in Central Ohio in your everyday life..
The April Good Neighbor Training is on Monday, April 13th, 2026, from 6-8 PM. RSVP today!
Upper Arlington Culture & Artisans' Fair 2026
The fourth annual Upper Arlington Culture & Artisans Fair on Saturday, May 2nd, will feature approximately 20 artisans from all over the world showcasing and selling their artworks and handmade items. In addition to supporting these artisans by purchasing their works, attendees can interact with the artisans and hear their stories. The Fair will also include food and music.
March Good Neighbor Training
Attending a Good Neighbor Training is the first step to becoming a CRIS volunteer. The next Good Neighbor Training is on Sunday, March 1st, 2026, from 2-4 PM. RSVP today!
Neighbors United
Join us for Neighbors United—an evening of reflection, hope, and action—at Mozart’s Cafe on Thursday, February 12th, between 5:30-7:30 PM.
DACA Renewal Legal Clinic
NEW! The CRIS DACA Renewal Clinic is on the second Wednesday of every month to help DACA recipients with renewal of their status and work authorization.
CRIS 5K Food Tour: Pita Hut Grill
Join us for the third stop on the CRIS 5K Food Tour at Pita Hut Grill for authentic Middle Eastern cuisine!
CRIS 5K Food Tour: Indian Spice Restaurant & Bar
Join us for the third stop on the CRIS 5K Food Tour at Indian Spice Restaurant & Bar for authentic Indian cuisine!
CRIS 5K Food Tour: Daychee Tropical Restaurant
Join us for the second stop on the CRIS 5K Food Tour at Daychee Tropical Restaurant for authentic Haitian cuisine!
DACA Renewal Legal Clinic
NEW! The CRIS DACA Renewal Clinic is on the second Wednesday of every month to help DACA recipients with renewal of their status and work authorization.
September Good Neighbor Training
Attending a Good Neighbor Training is the first step to becoming a CRIS volunteer. The next Good Neighbor Training is on Sunday, September 7th, 2025, from 2-4 PM. RSVP today!
CRIS 5K Food Tour: The Taco Shop
Join us for the first stop on the CRIS 5K Food Tour at The Taco Shop for authentic Mexican/Oaxacan cuisine!
Jeni's Fundraiser for CRIS
Join us at the Jeni’s at 4347 N High Street on Monday, September 1st, between 3-6 PM for a special CRIS fundraiser!
July Good Neighbor Training
Attending a Good Neighbor Training is the first step to becoming a CRIS volunteer. The next Good Neighbor Training is on Monday, Juy 14th, 2025, from 6-8 PM. RSVP today!
Columbus Nations Cup
Columbus Nations Cup is a soccer tournament and festival that supports CRIS’ Community Connectors (CC) program.
World Refugee Day Block Party
Join us for our second annual World Refugee Day Block Party. This special event is a family-friendly celebration of the strength, beauty, and cultures of the refugees and immigrants in our community, featuring global arts and crafts activities for families, as well as music, food, and dance from around the world. Stop by the CRIS Office (4645 Executive Drive) on Saturday, June 21st, between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM to join in the fun!
May Good Neighbor Training
Attending a Good Neighbor Training is the first step to becoming a CRIS volunteer. The next Good Neighbor Training is on Monday, March 17th, 2025, from 6-8 PM. RSVP today!
Culture & Artisans' Fair 2025
Handmade crafts, music, and food from around the world will take center stage at the third annual Culture & Artisans’ Fair on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, between 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church (2151 Dorset Road, Upper Arlington).
This family-friendly event is brought to you by CRIS, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, and the City of Upper Arlington—rain or shine!
“Who do we welcome?” Info Session
Curious about refugees and the work CRIS does? Join us for “Who do we welcome?” on Sunday, April 27th, from 2-3:30 PM.
Gathering for Good
Join us for an evening of connection, storytelling, and fundraising at Mozart’s Cafe on Wednesday, April 16th, between 4:30-7:30 PM.
Ukrainian Legal Clinic
Refugee Adjustment Day is on the first Wednesday of every month to help refugees who have been physically present in the U.S. apply for lawful permanent resident status.
Ukrainian Legal Clinic
Refugee Adjustment Day is on the first Wednesday of every month to help refugees who have been physically present in the U.S. apply for lawful permanent resident status.
March Good Neighbor Training
Attending a Good Neighbor Training is the first step to becoming a CRIS volunteer. The next Good Neighbor Training is on Monday, March 17th, 2025, from 6-8 PM. RSVP today!
Haitian Legal Clinic
The Haitian Legal Clinic is held on the first and second Tuesdays of every month to help support Haitians in Central Ohio in need of immigration legal assistance. For more information, email a CRIS paralegal.
Ukrainian Legal Clinic
Refugee Adjustment Day is on the first Wednesday of every month to help refugees who have been physically present in the U.S. apply for lawful permanent resident status.
Refugee Adjustment Day
Refugee Adjustment Day is on the first Wednesday of every month to help refugees who have been physically present in the U.S. apply for lawful permanent resident status.
Haitian Legal Clinic
The Haitian Legal Clinic is held on the first and second Tuesdays of every month to help support Haitians in Central Ohio in need of immigration legal assistance. For more information, email a CRIS paralegal.
February Good Neighbor Training
Attending a Good Neighbor Training is the first step to becoming a CRIS volunteer. The next Good Neighbor Training is on Sunday, February 9th, 2025, from 2-4 PM. RSVP today!
CRIS Employment Program Intake Day
Every Monday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the CRIS Office (4645 Executive Drive), the CRIS Employment team will host intake for any work-authorized refugees, asylees, and immigrants who have been in the country for less than five years in need of job placement support.
CRIS at Mozart's Cafe
We invite you to join us on Saturday, January 25th, from 4-8 PM at Mozart’s Cafe (4784 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214).
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The CRIS Office is closed on Monday, January 20th, 2025, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
CRIS Employment Program Intake Day
Every Monday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the CRIS Office (4645 Executive Drive), the CRIS Employment team will host intake for any work-authorized refugees, asylees, and immigrants who have been in the country for less than five years in need of job placement support.