Ohio Women in Government

Please check back often to see what exciting events we have planned!

We are always open to programming suggestions.  If you have any ideas, please contact us at castlee61@aol.com

Winter Luncheon

Where:  Riffe Center, 31st Floor

When:  February 7, 2012 11:45 am - 1:00 pm

Cost:  $10 for members

             $15 for non-members

Checks or cash accepted at the event. 

You can now pay online via Pay Pal on our OWIG Event Registration page!

RSVP to:  Tracy Freeman at spartangal@hotmail.com

 Tax Preparation

With

Jodi Kessler       

Tax Manager

The Ohio State University

 Are you struggling with the thought of having to prepare your taxes now that you’re in the working world, opened that new investment account or made charitable contribution? Join us for a program tax preparations taught by our very own Jodi Kessler, OWIG Treasurer. This session is designed for those who have little to no experience or those who need a refresher course in the basics preparing your taxes. It will cover several topics including reporting investments, determining AMT amounts, maximizing credits and deductions, and how to file electronically for free.

 As always, guests are welcome!

 Save the Date!

OWIG & John Glenn School of Public Affairs

Legislative Reception

Date:  March 14, 2012

Location:  Ohio Arts Council's Riffe Gallery (77 S. High St. Columbus 43215)

OWIG Steering Committee

Ohio Women in Government's steering committee is self-selected.  We meet once a month to plan events and make other decisions about the organization.  If you are interested in becoming a part of OWIG's steering committee, please contact Erica Castle at ECastle@shcare.net 

Some of our recent events:

Luncheons with:

• First Lady Frances Strickland
• Momentum 2010 Ohio Women’s Summit caucus luncheon host
• Mentorship Program kick-off

• Informational Resume Building luncheon

• Legislative Reception
• Annual Meeting Featuring Former Ohio House Speaker Jo Ann Davidson and Former Ohio House Minority Leader Joyce Beatty
• Women's financial management luncheon

Networking receptions at downtown hotspots such as Callahan's, BoMA, Spice, Due Amici, Gresso's, and Milestone 229.

Private tour of the Ohio Arts Council's Riffe Gallery exhibit Kleibacker: New York Designer to Ohio Curator with the Curator, Charles Kleibacker.