Today is Saturday, November 4. There are no cultural or religious holidays or celebrations until Sunday, November 12 when the Hindu faith celebrates Diwali. On that day a variety of deities are praised.
Quote of the Week:
“Do not allow your mind to be imprisoned by majority thinking. Remember that the limits of science are not the limits of imagination…” Patricia Bath, African American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and political and social activist.
Who was Patricia Bath? See information below.
https://blackinventor.com/patricia-bath/
EVENTS:
Here is what is going on in the Rochester area:
1. Dr. Frederick Jefferson invites you to join the MK Gandhi Center for Nonviolence for a four-week online book group, centered on Roxy Manning’s How to Have Antiracist Conversations: Embracing Our Full Humanity to Challenge White Supremacy. Meetings take place on Mondays, October 23 through November 13, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Learn more and register to attend.
2. Frank Staropoli suggests visiting the Eastman House to view “Southern Rites” the documentary running through Sunday, November 5 and viewing the gallery exhibit “GILLIAN LAUB: SOUTHERN RITES” that runs through December 31. See links below for details and times.
https://www.eastman.org/doc-southernrites
https://www.eastman.org/southernrites
3. Gary Domenico suggests that we attend the “WHAT’S SHAPING OUR NEIGHBORHOODS?” program on November 9, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM, hosted by ABC Streets Neighborhood Association. See details below.
4. Our friend Grequan Carter invites you to the Healing is Heroic Meditative Retreat presented by Eye of Nature Retreats on Saturday, November 11 from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM (see attached flyer below and more information in the “Black Owned Businesses” section.
5. Matthew Geherin shares an announcement about the Venture Jobs Foundation (Mission (venturejobs.org) 2023 Prosperity Conference on Tuesday, November 14, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center. See details at the link below.
6. ERG Alumnus, Jeanne Strazzabosco announcing the In This Moment (ITM) Book Launch & Community Discussion, December 7, 2023, 7-9:00PM at the The Little Theatre. See details at the link below.
7. Several of you have shared the information on the announcement of RIT’s 42nd Expressions of King’s Legacy program featuring keynote Dr. Ibram X. Kendi on Tuesday, January 31, 2024 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM. It is not too early to register, see below.
NEWS, HISTORY & RESOURCES:
8. Bill Wynne provided the announcement of the death of lifelong advocate of social justice, Rev. Lewis Stewart. We provide the announcement and Rev. Stewarts biography.
9. Ruhi Maker shared an important report released this week by the NYS Attorney’s General office, “Racial Disparities in Homeownership”. It is an important report for all to read.
https://ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/reports/oag-report-racial-disparities-in-homeownership.pdf
10. Richard Glaser shares a piece from the blog Steady “All These Emotions”. A helpful prespective at this moment of seemly endless chaos.
https://open.substack.com/pub/steady/p/all-these-emotions?r=aal5&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email
11. Find out what the Urban League Equity and Advocacy is involved with. ERG participants and alum, the Urban League offers a great follow-on program to the ERG called Interrupt Racism. Take a look at the link below.
Equity & Advocacy Division Newsletter 10/30/23 (mailchi.mp)
12. Here is the latest article from the Pink Elephant Newsletter by Dr. Janice Gassam Asare; the “3 Ways to Decenter Whiteness in the Workplace”.
(26) 3 Ways To Decenter Whiteness In Your Workplace | LinkedIn
13. We have provided 2 pieces from this week’s Beacon that provide information on Israel and it’s conflicts and local reaction to the Palestinian Humanitarian crisis;
a. On Tuesday, Meredith Dragon, CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester, returned from a visit to Israel. The Rochester Beacon spoke with her to learn more about Israel in the wake of the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks by Hamas as well as the history of Israeli-Palestinian relations.https://rochesterbeacon.com/2023/11/02/understanding-israel-a-conversation-with-meredith-dragon/
b. Local Palestinian Americans who attended a recent rally want Rochester’s elected officials to push the U.S. government to address the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.https://rochesterbeacon.com/2023/11/02/palestinian-americans-here-voice-support-for-gaza-cease-fire/
14. We share an item from the latest edition of the CNN Newsletter Race Deconstructed this week: White Americans have far more wealth than Black Americans. Here’s how big the gap is.
https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/31/us/us-racial-wealth-gap-reaj/index.html
15. Here are X of articles that deal with Race, Hate or Intolerance found in D&C over the past week. We list in order of appearance:
a. Envisioning more assertive charter Schools (a valuable overview of the state of charter schools).
b. NY history museum changing its look (removing the remains of indigenous and enslaved people from display).
c. Ex-Ky. officer who fired into Taylor’s home on trial again (this trial focused on the victim).
d. ‘THAT’S A CALL YOU WANT TO ANSWER’ (atribute to Rev. Louis Stewart).
e. Ex-Memphis officer pleads guilty in Nichols’ death
f. Report: NY hopes derailed by racial disparities (some subsidies should be considered to right past wrongs).
g. Officer’s manslaughter trial goes to jury (should an officer be punished for ignoring department policy?).
OPPORTUNITIES:
16. We’re hiring! ABC is looking to hire multiple positions.
Careers – Action for a Better Community (abcinfo.org)
17. The Urban League is always looking for qualified and committed people interested in helping others and building a stronger community.
If you would like to join the Urban League team, please click here for current opportunities.
18. Joseph Searles shared there are Open Positions at Trillium Health. See the attached list.
Please apply at www.trilliumhealth.org/careers!
Please share any opportunities for employment, assistance, grants, etc. that you are aware of with the community by sending them to “tcmitch1951@gmail.com”.
SUPPORT BLACK OWNED BUSINESSES:
19. Support the Black Community by supporting their businesses. Please share Black businesses you support and value. A good resource is “Black Owned in Rochester”
Black Owned Businesses Rochester NY Black-Owned In Rochester (blackownedinrochester.com)
20. Our friend Grequan Carter invites you to the Healing is Heroic Meditative Retreat presented by Eye of Nature Retreats on Saturday, November 11 from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM (see attached flyer below).
Join this transformative meditative retreat at Respite and Restoration at Lagom Landing: 7966 Reeds Corners Road, Dansville, NY 14437. This in-person event offers a unique opportunity to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit. Immerse yourself in a serene environment that encourages self-reflection, personal growth, remedying anxiety and PTSD.
hroughout the retreat, an expert facilitator will guide you through various meditation techniques, mindfulness exercises and therapeutic arts to nurture your spirit. Learn to cultivate inner peace, reduce stress, and enhance your overall well-being. Connect with like-minded individuals and share in the collective healing energy.
Escape the overwhelmingness of daily life and embark on a journey of self-discovery. Discover the hero within you as you navigate the path towards healing and self-empowerment. Take this chance to pause, reflect, and recharge.
From the sacred hours of: 11:00AM to 5:00PM dive into:
- Mystical aromatherapy sessions
- Powerful sound healing resonances
- Guided meditations rooted in age-old traditions
- Therapeutic group dialogues that bridge souls
- Serene nature trails that whisper tales of rootedness
- Creative arts to ignite your inner spark
And as the sun arcs overhead, indulge in a nourishing, healthy lunch, tailored to rejuvenate both body and spirit.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to embark on a healing adventure. Reserve your spot today, unlock your inner hero by Finding Peace Within the Stillness of Nature.
This Self-Care Investment is only $50.00.
In a gesture of gratitude for the paths you’ve walked, veterans are bestowed with a 20% discount.
The spirits of nature and the call to heal crescendo together, URGING SWIFT ACTION. Seats are a precious few and dwindling swiftly.
Embrace this beacon of transformation. YOUR TIME IS NOW! Reserve your sanctuary of healing and become the peace you seek.
That is all for this week!
If you have an item to include in the week’s sharing we need to have it by noon Fridays.