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POSTPONED: Summer Community Picnic
B.R. Ryall YMCA of Northwestern DuPage C
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B.R. Ryall YMCA of Northwestern DuPage C, 49 Deicke Dr, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
In the spirit of summer enjoyment and community friendship, join us for an afternoon of community fun.
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Community Read: Long Way Down author of Stamped: Racism, Antiracism and You
Glenbard East High School
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Sep 29, 2020, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Glenbard East High School, 1014 S Main St, Lombard, IL 60148, USA
The Glenbard Parent Series has selected the electrifying Long Way Down as its first semester Community-Wide Read. GPS will host the book’s author and the 2020-21 Library of Congress National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, Jason Reynolds.
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Community Conversation on Race: Where Do We Go from Here?
staff@reptch48.com
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Jul 21, 2020, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
staff@reptch48.com
The third of a 3-Part Series hosted by State Representative Terra Costa Howard
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Community Conversation on Race: Dialogue with Law Enforcement
staff@reptch48.com
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Jul 14, 2020, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
staff@reptch48.com
The first of a 3-Part Series hosted by State Representative Terra Costa Howard
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Community Conversation on Race: Listening Session
staff@reptch48.com
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Jul 07, 2020, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
staff@reptch48.com
The second of a 3-Part Series hosted by State Representative Terra Costa Howard
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Save the Date: Building the Beloved Community: Repairing the World
Millennium Carillon
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Jun 28, 2020, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Millennium Carillon, 443 Aurora Ave, Naperville, IL 60540, USA
An Interfaith Prayer Service for Racial Justice and Interfaith Solidarity
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Building Resilience in Challenging and Turbulent Times
Youtube Live Stream
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Jun 17, 2020, 7:00 PM
Youtube Live Stream
Ken Ginsburg MD returns to the Glenbard Parent Series for a live stream webinar on Wednesday, June 17 at 7pm titled Building Resilience in These Uncertain Times.
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The Long Shadow follow-up - Continuing Conversations (Glen Ellyn)
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
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Jun 02, 2020, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 393 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Each session, we will watch a short video focusing on a particular aspect of addressing racism in our society, and then we'll discuss the feelings and thoughts that come up in small groups afterward. And of course, because we are “Pizza & Social Justice”, there will be pizza!
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The Long Shadow follow-up - Continuing Conversations (Glen Ellyn)
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
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May 19, 2020, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 393 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Each session, we will watch a short video focusing on a particular aspect of addressing racism in our society, and then we'll discuss the feelings and thoughts that come up in small groups afterward. And of course, because we are “Pizza & Social Justice”, there will be pizza!
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Courageous Conversations: Fostering Belonging
Barrington's White House
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May 13, 2020, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Barrington's White House, 145 W Main St, Barrington, IL 60010, USA
How can we reduce polarization, resolve conflict, and ensure everyone’s story is heard and valued? Let’s talk about bridge-building and peacemaking to foster greater understanding, healing and belonging. Join us at Barrington’s White House for this ninth session of A Year of Courageous Conversations
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The Long Shadow follow-up - Continuing Conversations (Glen Ellyn)
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
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May 05, 2020, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 393 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Each session, we will watch a short video focusing on a particular aspect of addressing racism in our society, and then we'll discuss the feelings and thoughts that come up in small groups afterward. And of course, because we are “Pizza & Social Justice”, there will be pizza!
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Meet Your Neighbors Day, in conjunction with celebrating Earth Day
Lake Ellyn Park
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Apr 26, 2020, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Take a few minutes to say hello to a new friend or reconnect with a neighbor you already know, and join us at Lake Ellyn as we celebrate this beautiful planet.
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Distinguished Roundtable on Social Justice with Qasim Rashid and Jonathan Mendoza
Glenbard North High School
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Apr 09, 2020, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Glenbard North High School, 990 Kuhn Rd, Carol Stream, IL 60188, USA
Distinguished Roundtable on Social Justice with Qasim Rashid (human rights activist) and Jonathan Mendoza (spoken word poet)
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The Long Shadow follow-up - Continuing Conversations (Glen Ellyn)
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
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Apr 07, 2020, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 393 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Each session, we will watch a short video focusing on a particular aspect of addressing racism in our society, and then we'll discuss the feelings and thoughts that come up in small groups afterward. And of course, because we are “Pizza & Social Justice”, there will be pizza!
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CANCELLED: Exodus World Service - Festival of Hope
Drury Lane Theatre & Events
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Apr 03, 2020, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Drury Lane Theatre & Events, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181, USA
Be inspired by stories of lives mutually enriched through relationships. And you'll be invited to partner in exciting new opportunities to empower the Christian community to walk beside refugees locally and globally. Dinner is complimentary. Bring a friend and enjoy the evening together!
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Community Potluck
Peoples Community Church
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Mar 22, 2020, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Peoples Community Church, 670 S Lambert Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Come join One Community members around food and conversation. Meet new friends and talk through your connections to Glen Ellyn and surrounding communities.
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Speaker: Nicola Yoon, author of Everything, Everything and The Sun Is Also A Star
Glenbard North High School
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Mar 18, 2020, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Glenbard North High School, 990 Kuhn Rd, Carol Stream, IL 60188, USA
Ms. Yoon became a writer to give multiracial youth the opportunity to see themselves in the pages of popular books. She is associated with the We Need Diverse Books organization, with a mission to increase diversity and the representation of diversity in literature.
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The Long Shadow follow-up - Continuing Conversations (Glen Ellyn)
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
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Mar 17, 2020, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 393 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Each session, we will watch a short video focusing on a particular aspect of addressing racism in our society, and then we'll discuss the feelings and thoughts that come up in small groups afterward. And of course, because we are “Pizza & Social Justice”, there will be pizza!
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The Long Shadow follow-up - Continuing Conversations (Glen Ellyn)
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
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Mar 03, 2020, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 393 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Each session, we will watch a short video focusing on a particular aspect of addressing racism in our society, and then we'll discuss the feelings and thoughts that come up in small groups afterward. And of course, because we are “Pizza & Social Justice”, there will be pizza!
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Movie Night: The Long Shadow moderated by Paul Scott
Bloomingdale Public Library
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Mar 03, 2020, 6:00 PM
Bloomingdale Public Library, 101 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale, IL 60108, USA
From New Orleans to Virginia, Mississippi and Canada, The Long Shadow follows two white Southern filmmakers as they travel the roads of oppression and suppression to reveal the connections of slavery and strong-arm Southern politics to the current racial strife in America.
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Screening & Discussion of the film, “Same God”
Benedictine University
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Mar 02, 2020, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Benedictine University, 5700 College Rd, Lisle, IL 60532, USA
Benedictine University will hold a screening on March 2nd of the acclaimed 2018 film Same God, which explores the firestorm that erupted in the life of Dr. Larycia Hawkins, a devout Christian and former professor at Wheaton College.
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Neighbor to Neighbor
Glen Ellyn Public Library
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Feb 27, 2020, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Glen Ellyn Public Library, 400 Duane St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Listen and share personal stories about the journeys that brought you / your neighbors to the western suburbs of Chicago.
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Film - Project 231: Elgin's African American Heritage
Stacy's Tavern Museum
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Feb 22, 2020, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Stacy's Tavern Museum, 557 Geneva Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Project 2-3-1 is a 75-minute documentary film that begins with Civil War “contrabands” who were the first African Americans to Elgin, and continues to the present day.
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People's Community Church Culture & Arts Day Party
Peoples Community Church
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Feb 22, 2020, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Peoples Community Church, 670 S Lambert Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Come celebrate our heritage with us! Food, Music, Entertainment, Vendors, Networking, Giveaways and so much more.
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Fun in Faith with YMEN at First Presbyterian Church of Glen Ellyn
First Presbyterian Church of Glen Ellyn
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Feb 21, 2020, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
First Presbyterian Church of Glen Ellyn, 550 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Come to Game Night with friends from First Pres and friends fromYoung Men’s Educational Network (YMEN) of North Lawndale. People of all ages are welcome!
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AN AMERICAN STORY: RACE AMITY AND THE OTHER TRADITION
Glen Ellyn Public Library
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Feb 18, 2020, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Glen Ellyn Public Library, 400 Duane St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
A Film by the National Center for Race Amity and Black Filmmakers Hall of Fame Awardee, Dr. William H. `Smitty' Smith, Ed. D. that tackles racism through friendship and collaboration.
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Martin Luther King Day Celebration Breakfast
Wheaton Christian Center
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Jan 21, 2020, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Wheaton Christian Center, 610 E N Ave, Carol Stream, IL 60188, USA
Martin Luther King Day is an important event in the calendar each year as we celebrate the life and legacy of this great man, and grapple with the work that still needs to be done to fulfill his dream.
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Glen Ellyn 4th of July Parade
Lake Ellyn Park
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Jul 04, 2019, 11:30 AM
Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Walk with us as part of the One Community parade entry at Glen Ellyn’s 4th of July Parade.
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Pizza & Social Justice - First Friday May
Nancy McKee Residence
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May 03, 2019, 6:30 PM
Nancy McKee Residence, 2N500 Bernice Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
If you feel ready to engage in meaningful conversations about racism, what it looks like in the world and in ourselves, and what we must do to begin rooting it out, this is the place to come.
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Pizza & Social Justice - First Friday April
Nancy McKee Residence
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Apr 05, 2019, 6:30 PM
Nancy McKee Residence, 2N500 Bernice Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
If you feel ready to engage in meaningful conversations about racism, what it looks like in the world and in ourselves, and what we must do to begin rooting it out, this is the place to come.
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Pizza and Social Justice - Continuing Conversations
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
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Mar 19, 2019, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 393 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Watch a short video focusing on a particular aspect of addressing racism in our society, and then discuss the feelings and thoughts that come up in small groups afterward.
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Talk to Me Presentation by Qasim Rashid
Glenbard South High School
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Mar 06, 2019, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Glenbard South High School, 23W200 Butterfield Rd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Free admission to a Presentation by Qasim Rashid, a Glenbard South graduate and best-selling and critically acclaimed author, practicing attorney, former visiting fellow at Harvard University's Islamic Studies program, & current Truman National Security Fellow.
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Pizza and Social Justice - Continuing Conversations
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
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Mar 05, 2019, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 393 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Watch a short video focusing on a particular aspect of addressing racism in our society, and then discuss the feelings and thoughts that come up in small groups afterward.
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Pizza & Social Justice - First Friday March
Nancy McKee Residence
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Mar 01, 2019, 6:30 PM
Nancy McKee Residence, 2N500 Bernice Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
If you feel ready to engage in meaningful conversations about racism, what it looks like in the world and in ourselves, and what we must do to begin rooting it out, this is the place to come.
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Pizza and Social Justice - Continuing Conversations
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
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Feb 19, 2019, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 393 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Watch a short video focusing on a particular aspect of addressing racism in our society, and then discuss the feelings and thoughts that come up in small groups afterward.
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Pizza and Social Justice - Continuing Conversations
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
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Feb 05, 2019, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 393 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Watch a short video focusing on a particular aspect of addressing racism in our society, and then discuss the feelings and thoughts that come up in small groups afterward.
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Fun in Faith: Cupid Karaoke with YMEN
First Presbyterian Church
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Feb 01, 2019, 6:30 PM
First Presbyterian Church, 550 N Main St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
Join us and friends from YMEN for a potluck dinner followed by karaoke, dancing, and valentine cookie decorating…fun for people of all ages! Free event.
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Pizza & Social Justice - First Friday February
Nancy McKee Residence
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Feb 01, 2019, 6:30 PM
Nancy McKee Residence, 2N500 Bernice Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
If you feel ready to engage in meaningful conversations about racism, what it looks like in the world and in ourselves, and what we must do to begin rooting it out, this is the place to come.
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20th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration
Wheaton Christian Center
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Jan 21, 2019, 7:00 PM
Wheaton Christian Center, 610 E N Ave, Carol Stream, IL 60188, USA
Featuring keynote speaker Dr. Sheila Caldwell, chief intercultural engagement officer at Wheaton College; the Wheaton Christian Center Choir and Outreach Community Center’s Children’s Choir; and Gigi Nyesoah, OCC high school and college programs coordinator.
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Neighbor To Neighbor Gathering
Glen Ellyn Public Library
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Jan 15, 2019, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Glen Ellyn Public Library, 400 Duane St, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, USA
In partnership with Glen Ellyn Public Library, come and mingle with your neighbors and explore the newly-renovated library. Share your story and listen to new neighbors' stories too! Free event.
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For What We are Thankful - Interfaith Breakfast
Islamic Foundation of Villa Park
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Nov 10, 2018, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Islamic Foundation of Villa Park, 300 W Highridge Rd, Villa Park, IL 60181, USA
We think Thanksgiving is the perfect time of year for us to share our gratitude for our blessings and we count your friendship among them.
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