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ISCV presents “Bullying Prevention”
Saturday, September 13, 6 to 7:30 pm, Islamic Society of Virginia, 708 Pine St.
Dr. Madiha Tahseen will give a parenting lecture on Bullying Prevention: Signs, Coping Skills, Resilience Building and Communication. Free and open to the public. View flyer.
“Swords Into Plowshares: What the Bible says about injustice, idolatry, and repentance”
Sunday, September 15 , Jefferson statue. Last session led by Rev. Isaac Collins and Rev. Phil Woodson.
“A Musical Revival” Worship Concert
Saturday, September 14, 4:00 pm, Mt. Zion First African Baptist, 105 Lankford Ave.
“Building a More Diverse Community” Six-Part Weekly Series
Starting Thursday, September 12, 6:30 pm, The Center, 491 Hillsdale Dr.
The Center (formerly The Senior Center) is sponsoring a free series of presentations by Rev. Dr. Lehman Bates, Leontyne Clay Peck, Dr. Kelly Palmer, Juandiego Wade, Khizr Khan, and Dr. Aliaa Khidr regarding the need for increased diversity and inclusion in organizations. Download this flyer for more information.
Climate Change Summit
Sunday September 15, 1:00 pm, Unity of Charlottesville, 2825 Hydraulic Rd.
In partnership with Wild Virginia, Citizens' Climate Lobby, Virginia Inner Faith Power & Light, and the Piedmont Group of the Virginia Sierra Club, this summit will show the film "Paris to Pittsburgh," followed by a panel discussion. See flyer.
Apostle Sarah Kelley’s 35th Anniversary Ministry Celebration!
Sunday, September 15, 3:00 pm, New Beginnings Christian Community, 1130 E. Market St.
All are invited to celebrate Apostle Sarah Kelley’s 35th Anniversary of Pastoral Service! Rev. Liz Emrey, Co-Pastor of New Beginnings Christian Community will be the featured speaker to honor Apostle Kelley’s 35 years of pastoral ministry. Download flyer for more information.
“European Union and the Rise of Nationalism” by Dr. James Sofka
Sunday, September 15, 3:00 pm, Thomas Jefferson Memorial Church, 717 Rugby Rd.
Sponsored by the Blue Ridge Virginia Chapter of United Nations Association. Dr. Sofka, an adjunct faculty at the Federal Executive Institute, is an associate professor of international relations at the American Military University, teaching international relations, and European diplomatic history. See www.una-brc.avenue.org or contact Susan Roberts at sgwroberts@gmail.com.
“The Prophetic & Mystical Understanding of God” by Dr. David Tracy
September 17-19, 5:00 pm, University Baptist Church, 1223 W. Main St.
Prof. Tracy is Andrew Thomas Greeley and Grace McNichols Greeley Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of Catholic Studies and Professor of Theology and the Philosophy of Religions at the University of Chicago Divinity School. A Q&A and reception with wine and hors d'oeuvres will follow the lectures. (See flyer)
“Refugees in America” by Rabbi Lee T. Bycel
Thursday, September 19, 7:30 pm, Congregation Beth Israel, 301 East Jefferson St.
Rabbi Bycel will describe his experiences in refugee camps and share stories about some of the refugees profiled in his new book Refugees in America (read press release). This event is part of Welcoming Charlottesville Week, an extended week of educational & cultural programs planned by the Welcoming Greater Charlottesville task force to affirm and celebrate the contributions of immigrants to our community. Contact Dela Alexander for more information.
“A Different Side” Documentary Premiere
Thursday, September 19, 6:30 to 8:00 pm, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Performance Arts Center, 1400 Melbourne Rd.
This documentary was created by five Charlottesville High School students who wanted to tell their story and experiences as young Black men living in central Virginia. They spent six weeks filming, editing, and producing this documentary. They even composed their own original score of music for the film. This is unprecedented given their age and experience. Read letter from Daniel Fairley, Charlottesville’s Youth Opportunity Coordinator, and download the flyer and register for the event.
Interfaith March for Peace & Justice at the Downtown Mall
Sunday, September 22, starting at 4:00 pm at Thomas Jefferson Freedom of Expression Wall.
The Interfaith March for Peace & Justice in cooperation with the Charlottesville Center for Peace and Justice will be conducting a march on the downtown Mall to publicly reassert the basic principles of equal justice for all and religious liberty for all in a peaceful way. Read this press release for more information about the march.
“A Conversation on Race and Democracy” with Dr. Ibram X. Kendi
Thursday, September 26, 6:30 to 8 pm, Historic Academy of Music Theatre, 600 Main Street, Lynchburg, VA.
Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, Dr. David Blight, Dr. Martha S. Jones, Dr. Peter Onuf and moderator Dr. Edward L. Ayers will discuss Thomas Jefferson and how has the legacy of racial slavery shaped our democracy. Purchase your tickets ($10-26) here.
60th Anniversary of the Desegregation of Charlottesville City Schools
Saturday, September 28 at 11am, Buford Middle School, 1000 Cherry Ave.
Members of the “Charlottesville 12,” who integrated Charlottesville City Schools in 1959, will host a free public event. The event will mark the 60th anniversary of the “Charlottesville 12” desegregating Venable Elementary and Lane High School.
Multicultural Health Celebration
Saturday, October 5, 9:30 am to 2 pm, The Covenant Church, 1025 E. Rio Rd.
This health fair is designed to address health concerns of refugees and immigrants, as well as underserved local populations. There will be many FREE screenings, including blood pressure, diabetes, hearing, vision, mammograms, dental for children and adults, nutrition counseling, mental health consultations, flu shots and tetanus shots. Lunch and childcare will be provided. Interpreters of various languages will be on hand to help with translations. Contact Dela Alexander for more information.
Complete Census Count Committee Kickoff Meeting
Monday, October 7, 10 am to 12 pm at the Water Street Center, 401 Water St E.
Representatives from all stakeholder organizations are invited to learn the importance of having a complete census count. Attendees will learn ways in which stakeholder organizations might collaborate and/or find resources to encourage those they serve to respond to the census. Please read this letter, download this fact sheet or contact Jessica Hersh-Ballering, Transportation Planner of the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission, 434-422-4824 <jballering@tjpdc.org> for more information.
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