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4th annual International Sandwich Festival 
Come hungry and bring the kids for a day of flavor and fun.
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Community Conversations and Pledges of Action

It's been days since CMPD released the bodycam footage of the moments before the death of Danquirs Franklin. Since Monday's release, city leaders and local groups have gathered for community conversations and peaceful protests calling for accountability and unity. 

CMPD Chief Kerr Putney said he hopes to provide the results of the internal investigation to the district attorney's office as early as next week. Then, it would take another six to eight weeks for the DA to decide whether to press charges against Officer Wende Kerl. Meanwhile, the mayor has said that more funds need to go toward outreach programs that address issues like gun violence and conflict resolution.

At a Stop the Violence rally hosted by the local branches of NAACP and Hip Hop Caucus, speakers noted how mentally taxing incidents like this are for people of color.  

"At some point, we have to stop begging for our humanity. At some point, our humanity has to be acknowledged," said Justin Perry, therapist and community organizer.
 
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Kamala Harris announces 2 SC college town halls. Presidential hopeful Senator Kamala Harris will make her first campaign stop to Rock Hill on Friday. She's scheduled to hold town halls at both Winthrop University and South Carolina State University. Get the details. (The State)

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Happenings
Hip Hop Caucus Charlotte: Film Screening & Discussion – “Paris to Pittsburgh” (Wed.): A free screening of the film looking at what climate change is doing in local communities.

Science on the Rocks: Shaken Not Stirred (Fri.): It's a James Bond-themed night, including a laser maze, movie trivia and covert operations. 

History of Housing & Reclamation: “Where I’m From” (Sat.): It's a day of interactive storytelling about Charlotte's housing insecurity crisis.   

Need more ideas for things to do? Our events calendar has you covered. 
 
Final Sip
A word from today's sponsor: Aldersgate

Mark your calendars for the 4th annual International Sandwich Festival at Aldersgate: Saturday, April 27, from noon - 6 p.m.

Popular food trucks and restaurants will be serving tasty sandwiches from cultures around the world, and the stage will be buzzing with entertainment that includes reggae, gospel, salsa, African drums, Brazilian rhythm and more. 

Kids will enjoy free face-painting, balloon animals, henna tattoos, inflatable slides and their own sandwich-making table.

Free parking and admission. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Details at facebook.com/ISFCLT.


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