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SUMMARY:Earth Day Community Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:IMPACT is excited to support a community clean-up at Broadacres Local Park.  Join us on Earth Day to help show our planet some love! ❤️ \nVolunteers are needed and Student Service Learning (SSL) hours will be provided. Meet at the Gazebo at Broadacres Local Park\, 710 Beacon Rd.\, Silver Spring MD. \n 
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/earth-day-community-clean-up/
LOCATION:Broadacres Local Park\, 710 Beacon Road\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20903\, United States
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SUMMARY:Community Connect in Long Branch
DESCRIPTION:IMPACT\, along with other partners at the Silver Spring Service Consolidation Hub\, is hosting a “Community Connect” event where Long Branch residents can gather to engage in conversations about important community topics. To-go meals will be provided along with childcare. If you have questions or need more information\, please contact Sara Mussie at sara@impactsilverspring.org. \n 
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/community-connection/
LOCATION:Clifton Park Baptist Church\, 8818 Piney Branch Road\, Silver Spring\, 20903\, United States
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SUMMARY:Now accepting applications for the Weaver Learning Lab on Generative Conflict!
DESCRIPTION:We are now accepting applications for the Weaver Learning Lab on generative conflict through April 7. \n\nHave you ever felt stuck in moving work or initiatives forward when differences of opinions arise?\nDo you feel like disagreements or tensions in your relationships hinder mutual growth\, learning and progress?\nAre you curious about ways that you can better understand your relationship to conflict and move towards healthier interactions?\n\nIf you can relate to these questions\, we encourage you to apply to the Weaver Learning Lab series on generative conflict using this link: https://forms.gle/sXC1reeNe3BM8N8j8 \n The goal of this learning series is to examine your current relationship with conflict at multiple levels and identify the conditions you want to shift within yourself to lay the foundation for generative conflict. When we lean into conflict with a commitment to strengthening our relationships\, and an openness to learn\, it can generate constructive solutions\, possibilities\, and transformation. \nTo learn more about the Weaver Learning Lab and this specific series on generative conflict\, please visit our website at https://impactsilverspring.org/weaver-learning-lab/. \nIf you have any questions please contact Yesenia Regalado\, IMPACT’s Racial Equity Network Builder\, via email: yesenia@impactsilverspring.org
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/now-accepting-applications-for-the-weaver-learning-lab-on-generative-conflict/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T170000
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SUMMARY:Spring Festival in Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:IMPACT’s Wheaton Network is partnering with Hughes United Methodist Church to host a day of food\, family\, fun\, and connection for residents. Want to know more?  Please contact Carmen Hernandez at carmen@impactsilverspring.org. \n 
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/spring-festival-in-wheaton/
LOCATION:Hughes United Methodist Church\, 10700 Georgia Avenue \, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230227T200000
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SUMMARY:IMPACT Film & Discussion: "Afrofuturism: The Origin Story"
DESCRIPTION:This program year\, IMPACT is using a lens we call “Care and Counternarratives” to create more possibilities and approaches to racial equity\, justice\, and liberation. In our film and discussion spaces\, we have grounded ourselves in contemporary and historical examples of radical imagination–the ability to imagine life\, and social institutions not as they are but as they could be. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n– – – – – – – –\nOne of the many traditions that pushes our capacity to practice radical imagination is Afrofuturism. According to the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC)\, Afrofuturism is “an evolving concept expressed through a Black cultural lens that reimagines\, reinterprets and reclaims the past and present for a more empowering and inclusive tomorrow.”\nWith the anticipated opening of the exhibit “Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures” in March 2023 at the NMAAHC\, we are hosting a viewing of “Afrofuturism: The Origin Story” on Monday\, February 27th from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. We hope you’ll join us for this free event.\n\nUse this link to register: https://tinyurl.com/yuuaamye\n\nThe film will be followed by an optional facilitated discussion for those who would like to participate.\n\n\n\n\n– – – – – – – –\n\nWe are pleased to offer MCPS Student Service Learning (SSL) hours for students age 16 or older who participate in this event. To receive SSL hours\, you must pre-register for this event through the Montgomery County Volunteer Center using this link: https://montgomerycountymd.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=778838
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/impact-film-discussion-afrofuturism-the-origin-story/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Film & Discussion
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SUMMARY:Glenmont Forest Community Garden Kick-off Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce the Community Gardens project kickoff at the Glenmont Forest Neighborhood Park\, next to Fire Station #18 on Georgia Ave & Randolph Road. We will begin planting this Spring! \nOur first virtual meeting will be held on Wednesday\, February 15th at 7:00 pm to introduce the next steps and begin this community-centered initiative. \nIf you’re interested in the themes listed below then this meeting is for you! \n\nLearn how to grow your own food\nLearn what to grow in this area\nLearn how to compost\nBe a part of or lead a community stewardship group\nWant to find a space to be centered with nature\n\nRepresentatives from GFNCA\, Impact Silver Spring\, Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection\, and others will participate. \nWe welcome everyone and will provide Spanish Interpretation if needed. \nPlease\, use the link below to connect the day of: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82026183881?pwd=alkyYlJsMG1YcGRvaEJ3YlJDVHFCUT09
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/glenmont-forest-community-garden-kick-off-meeting/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Connecting Communities,GreenSpace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T214509Z
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SUMMARY:IMPACT Online Film & Discussion: "American Revolutionary: The Evolution of Grace Lee Boggs"
DESCRIPTION:Prepare to be inspired during IMPACT’s December online film and discussion event! As we are nearing the winter solstice\, often held as a time for rest and reflection\, we’re gathering to watch and talk about the documentary “American Revolutionary: The Evolution of Grace Lee Boggs.”\n\nThis award-winning film was 12 years in the making and follows renowned Chinese American activist\, author\, and philosopher Grace Lee Boggs as she recounts her life in movement work from labor to civil rights\, to Black Power\, feminism\, the Asian American and environmental justice movements and beyond. The documentary explores the profound impact of rest\, reflection\, and conversation on Grace’s evolving beliefs about and approaches to social change. During what is a time for introspection for many\, we invite you to join us to learn more about the American Revolutionary who gave us the gem: “We must change ourselves in order to change the world.”\n\nThis is a free\, online event. Please register here: https://tinyurl.com/2fwm66vt
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/impact-online-film-discussion-american-revolutionary-the-evolution-of-grace-lee-boggs/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20221031T224108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T231522Z
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SUMMARY:Wheaton Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the Wheaton Holiday Market–happening 12/3\, 12/10\, 12/17 from 12 pm – 5 pm. The Holiday Market in Wheaton features micro-entrepreneurs from the IMPACT network selling cultural foods and artisan gifts (there will also be county resources and service providers). Don’t miss the opportunity to kick-off the holidays with an array of unique goodies and gifts while also boosting our local ecconomy.  Now that’s a win-win!! \n 
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/wheaton-holiday-market/
LOCATION:Marian Fryer Town Plaza\, 2424 Reedie Drive\, Wheaton\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boosting Economic Power
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221105T160000
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CREATED:20221104T153735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221104T154330Z
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SUMMARY:Maydale Nature Classroom Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss Maydale Nature Classroom’s 2nd Annual Community Celebration THIS Saturday! The event will feature live music; campfires & s’mores; appearances by Smokey Bear; apple cider making; and fall crafts. Maydale holds a special place in IMPACT’s heart because among the several activists who helped get the Nature Classroom revitalized and reopened is our own Network Administrator (and East County resident!)\, Renée Katz. \n  \n 
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/maydale-nature-classroom-community-celebration/
LOCATION:Maydale Nature Classroom\, 1638 Maydale Dr.\, Colesville\, MD\, 20905\, United States
CATEGORIES:Connecting Communities,East County Network
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T123000
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CREATED:20221011T225922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221025T004030Z
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SUMMARY:Long Branch Community Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:We all have a role to play in keeping our community clean!  Youth and adults\, please join us for this Community Clean-Up Day in Long Branch. Gloves and reusable water bottle will be provided.\nRegistration Form (registration is encouraged but not required)\nhttps://forms.gle/YwWWGVfccjzq7oiB6
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/long-branch-community-clean-up/
LOCATION:Clifton Park Baptist Church\, 8818 Piney Branch Road\, Silver Spring\, 20903\, United States
CATEGORIES:Network Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20220923T140530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T140530Z
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SUMMARY:Solidarity Not Charity with Dean Spade | Solidaridad\, no caridad con Dean Spade
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE \nSolidarity Not Charity with Dean Spade\nA webinar on Mutual Aid in Social Justice Movements\nTuesday\, October 18\n7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (EDT) \nJoin IMPACT Silver Spring for a virtual event featuring organizer\, writer\, and Professor of Law at Seattle University School of Law\, Dean Spade. Dean will explain mutual aid (think radical acts of caring\, not charity) and its importance in social justice movements. Attendees will learn from historical and contemporary examples of successful movements\, and have the opportunity to submit questions. This event is free and open to the public\, and will include Spanish interpretation. \nWe’re pleased to be able to offer this as a FREE event\, but we need your support to keep events like this free and accessible. That’s why this event is also a fundraiser! \nAt checkout\, please consider making a donation–suggested amount: $25 – $50 or whatever you’re able to give. The money raised through this event will go towards IMPACT’s continued equitable COVID recovery efforts\, and transformational work on the individual\, neighborhood and systems levels. \nThank you for your support! \n\nRegistrarse aquí \nSolidaridad\, no caridad con Dean Spade\nLa ayuda mutua en los movimientos de justicia social\nMartes el 18 de Octubre\n7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (EDT – Hora Este)\nÚnase a IMPACT Silver Spring para un evento virtual con el organizador\, escritor y profesor de Derecho en la Facultad de Derecho de la Universidad de Seattle\, Dean Spade. Dean explicará lo que es la ayuda mutua (piensa en actos radicales de cuidado\, no de caridad) y su importancia en los movimientos de justicia social. Los asistentes aprenderán de ejemplos históricos y contemporáneos de movimientos exitosos\, y tendrán la oportunidad de hacer preguntas. Este evento es gratuito y abierto al público\, y contará con interpretación al español. \nNos complace poder ofrecer este evento gratuitamente\, pero necesitamos su apoyo para que eventos como este sigan siendo gratuitos y accesibles. Por eso este evento es también una recaudación de fondos. \nA la salida\, por favor considere hacer una donación – cantidad sugerida: $25 – $50 dólares o lo que puedas dar. El dinero recaudado a través de este evento se destinará a los esfuerzos constantes de recuperación equitativa del COVID de IMPACT\, y el trabajo de transformación en el individuo\, el barrio y los niveles de los sistemas. \n¡Gracias por su apoyo! \n 
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/solidarity-not-charity-with-dean-spade-solidaridad-no-caridad-con-dean-spade/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20221005T175051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T175051Z
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SUMMARY:The Fall Family Festival
DESCRIPTION:What better way to kick off fall than a festival?!  IMPACT and Hughes United Methodist Church are co-organizing a festival with the theme “Cultures and Voices of the World.”  The event will feature fun for the whole family includes games and activities for children\, raffles\, music\, and resources and services from Montgomery County.  There will be vendors from different countries\, Mariachi\, and folk dancers.  Attendees are invited to wear clothing representing their heritage.  If you wish to perform a folkloric dance from your home country\, please contact IMPACT Network Builder Carmen Hernandez at carmen@impactsilverspring.org.  We hope to see you there! \nParking is available at 10613 Georgia Avenue–across the street from Hughes United Methodist Church. \n 
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/the-fall-family-festival/
LOCATION:Hughes United Methodist Church\, 10700 Georgia Avenue \, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220728T200000
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CREATED:20220715T201624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T201624Z
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SUMMARY:Film & Discussion: Decolonizing Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:The month of July is designated as “BIPOC Mental Health Month” in order to bring awareness to the unique mental health challenges and needs of historically disenfranchised or oppressed racial and ethnic groups in the United States. Black\, Indigenous peoples\, and other People of Color (BIPOC) experience a broad spectrum of ongoing discrimination\, oppression\, and inequity within the mental healthcare industry.\n\nDuring this one hour\, online event\, we will watch a series of interviews from the PBS World Channel series “Decolonizing Mental Health.” This series examines the systemic inequities that prevent BIPOC (Black\, Indigenous\, and People of Color) communities from receiving appropriate treatment. The interviews focus on the transformative work of therapists and individuals of color who are changing the narrative of what mental health support can look like in ways that are more affirming\, culturally responsive\, and dismantle racism.\nA facilitated discussion will follow the film viewing.\n\nUse this link to register for this FREE event: https://tinyurl.com/y669r3n5\n———————————————\nWe are pleased to offer MCPS Student Service Learning (SSL) hours for students age 16 or older who participate in this event.  To receive SSL hours\, you must pre-register for this event through the Montgomery County Volunteer Center using this link:\nhttps://montgomerycountymd.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=711767
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/film-discussion-decolonizing-mental-health/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20220621T194200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T212025Z
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SUMMARY:Edgewood Park Cleanup and Beautification
DESCRIPTION:Join us in East County next Saturday to help the environment and build community as we cleanup Edgewood Neighborhood Park!\nEvent is co-sponsored by IMPACT; Montgomery County Alumnae Chapter – Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc.; MoCo Department of Environmental Protection; and Montgomery Parks Department.\n\n➢ Saturday\, June 25\, 2022\n➢ Edgewood Park 13900 Robey Road Silver Spring MD\n➢ 9 – 11 am (arrival for registration and training by 8:15 am)\n➢ Please wear closed toe shoes and long pants to ensure your safety.\n➢  SSL hours offered to MCPS students.\n➢ Children under the age of 14 must be supervised by a parent or guardians.
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/edgewood-park-cleanup-and-beautification/
LOCATION:Edgewood Neighborhood Park\, 13900 Robey Road\, Silver Spring MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T204500
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20220524T194554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T194554Z
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SUMMARY:IMPACT Presents "Suppressed and Sabotaged 2022"
DESCRIPTION:FREE EVENT!\n\nEventbrite registration link:\nhttps://tinyurl.com/39w9nauc\n\nJoin us for an advanced viewing of “Suppressed and Sabotaged 2022\,” a documentary by Brave New Films that raises public awareness of the alarming ways that efforts to suppress the vote and overturn election results are threatening our democracy.\n\nThe screening (film is 43 minutes long) will be followed by a panel discussion featuring:\n-Yanet Amanuel\, Director of Public Policy\, ACLU of Maryland\n-Joanne Antoine\, Executive Director\, Common Cause Maryland\n-Will Wilder\, Singer Fellow\, Brennan Center for Justice\nOur host and moderator is Ronnie Galvin\, Managing Director for Community Investment\, Greater Washington Community Foundation.\n\nThe film and panel discussion will touch on these core themes:\n1. How our work for a just and equitable Montgomery County is taking place against a national backdrop of voter suppression efforts across the country.\n2. How inequitable incarceration rates are tied to voter suppression.\n3 The importance of voter access in the fight to combat racism and racial inequity.\n4. Action steps we can take to stand in solidarity with other states experiencing the fallout of recent voter laws\, and what we can do as a nation to guarantee equitable access to the polls.\n____________________________________________\nWe are taking safety at this event seriously. To promote the health and well-being of attendees and staff\, we’ll be implementing the following measures:\nMasks will be required to be worn at all times.\nProof of vaccination (digital or paper) will be required for entry.\n____________________________________________\nThis is a FREE event and fundraiser\, so please consider donating when you register. \nRegister on Eventbrite using this link:\nhttps://tinyurl.com/39w9nauc
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/impact-presents-suppressed-and-sabotaged-2022/
LOCATION:AFI Silver Theatre\, 8633 Colesville Road\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220528T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20220524T193845Z
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SUMMARY:Community Resource Fair in Wheaton
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this FREE community fair showcasing important state and county resources and services. Providers will be on hand to offer information on a wide variety of topics:\n* Rent and mortgage payment assistance\n* Job resources\n* Validating your career from abroad\n* Starting a business\n* Getingt a loan\n* Health Insurance\n* English Classes\n* Citizenship Classes\n* Buying your own home\nFor more information or if you have questions\, please contact IMPACT Senior Network Builder Carmen Hernandez at carmen@impactsilverspring.org
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/community-resource-fair-in-wheaton/
LOCATION:Hughes United Methodist Church\, 10700 Georgia Avenue \, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20220426T234500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T234500Z
UID:4512-1651921200-1651935600@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:Spring Health Fair / Feria de Salud de Primavera
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the Spring Health Fair at Hughes United Methodist Church (10700 Georgia Ave.\, Wheaton) coming Saturday\, May 7 from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm! This educational and interactive event is designed to provide important health and wellness information to community members including health screenings and COVID vaccinations and test kits.  More than 20 resource providers are already confirmed!!!  Please share the event flyer (in English and Spanish) with your networks.  Hope to see you there! \n¡Marque sus calendarios para la Feria de Salud de Primavera en la Iglesia Metodista Unida Hughes (10700 Georgia Ave.\, Wheaton) el próximo sábado 7 de Mayo de 11:00 am a 3:00 pm! Este evento educativo e interactivo está diseñado para brindar información importante sobre salud y bienestar a los miembros de la comunidad\, tendremos exámenes de salud y vacunas y kits de prueba de COVID. ¡Ya están confirmados más de 20 proveedores de recursos! Comparta el folleto del evento (en inglés y español) con sus redes. ¡Esperamos verte allí! \n 
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/spring-health-fair-feria-de-salud-de-primavera/
LOCATION:Hughes United Methodist Church\, 10700 Georgia Avenue \, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20220407T131617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T131617Z
UID:4497-1650722400-1650733200@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:Neighbor Exchange
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to this community-organized block party in Aspen Hill!! Come and enjoy the outdoors with fun activities for families as well as connecting to valuable information on health\, safety\, education\, and more from Montgomery County resource providers. For more information about the event\, contact Carmen Hernandez at carmen@impactsilverspring.org. \n 
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/neighbor-exchange/
LOCATION:3214 Hewitt Avenue\, Silver Spring MD (Green area in the back)\, 3214 Hewitt Avenue\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20906\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220421T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20220325T221658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T221658Z
UID:4489-1650565800-1650571200@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:Film & Discussion of "Takeover"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for IMPACT’s next online Film & Discussion event as we watch the award-winning documentary “Takeover.” The film is 37 minutes long and will be followed by a facilitated discussion.\n\n“Takeover\,” described by Amy Goodman of Democracy Now as “extraordinary\,” follows the 12 historic hours on July 14\, 1970 when members of the Puerto Rican revolutionary group the Young Lords Party took over the dilapidated Lincoln Hospital in the South Bronx of New York City. The documentary chronicles “their resistance to institutions founded on wealth and White supremacy\, and their collective struggle for quality\, accessible healthcare.”\n\nWe’ve chosen “Takeover” for “Film & Discussion” as a vehicle for looking at political radicalism in new ways\, honoring cross-racial solidarity\, and remembering the lessons learned by our activist ancestors. We believe it’s particularly important to consider these ideas right now as we’re entering an important election season that could determine whether we choose to move forward in bold and transformative ways or not.\n\nPlease use this link to pre-register for this free event: https://tinyurl.com/2mvpbvuu
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/film-discussion-of-takeover/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20220207T154444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T154444Z
UID:4469-1645124400-1645128000@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:Rest as Resistance:  A Black Affinity Space
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Rest as Resistance\,” an online Black affinity space for intentional rest\, as we celebrate Black History Month in preparation for our Black future. The event will feature a conversation facilitated by healer and educator Brittany H. Brady and will culminate with a meditation to center rest as a people.  We welcome anyone who identifies as and experiences life as a Black person to join in this space. This is a FREE event\, but space is limited to 30 participants.  Please click HERE to register in advance. \n 
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/rest-as-resistance-a-black-affinity-space/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20211116T205855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211116T205855Z
UID:4354-1637260200-1637265600@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:Rethinking Thanksgiving
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an online Film & Discussion event to reflect on Indigenous Peoples history in the U.S. in light of this Thanksgiving holiday. The purpose of this space is to explore meaningful ways we can honor Indigenous Peoples\, history\, and tackle myths of Thanksgiving.\n\n\nThanksgiving brings to the occasion a time where loved ones can gather in celebration\, however\, the holiday’s mythical origins silence the violent history that\, in part\, brought the holiday to fruition. During our time together\, we will hold space for our favorite things about Thanksgiving\, the formal holiday’s violent origins\, and how we can honor Indigenous Peoples in consideration of these contrasting dynamics.\nThe event will include a video viewing and large- and small-group discussions. For a more intimate conversation\, this event will be capped at 20 registrants.\n\n\nPlease use this link to register for this FREE event: https://tinyurl.com/xaurt32x
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/rethinking-thanksgiving/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211023T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20211020T153247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T153247Z
UID:4239-1634997600-1635008400@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:Fall Festival @ Hughes UMC
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the FALL FESTIVAL at Hughes United Methodist Church on Saturday\, October 23 from 2 pm – 5 pm.  IMPACT is partnering with Hughes to bring the community a family-friendly event where neighbors can connect with services and resources\, children can have fun\, and we can support local vendors.  Resource providers scheduled to be there include:  Gilchrist Center\, Montgomery College\, Holy Cross Hospital\, Catholic Charities and WIC Programs.  There will also be Zumba\, games for kids\, a moon bounce\, and an ice cream truck and crafts from the Yarn Bomb knitters. \n 
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/fall-festival-hughes-umc/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210707T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210707T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20210702T205820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210702T205907Z
UID:4123-1625680800-1625684400@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Conflict Resolution with CRCMC
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is brought to you by the Conflict Resolution Center of Montgomery County and IMPACT Silver Spring.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThis workshop will cover a variety of topics to introduce conflict. It will explore how and why individuals react in different ways to conflict. This session will also include strategies for developing productive ways to communicate with a partner\, co-worker\, neighbor\, family member\, acquaintance etc.\, and look at the ways a specific conflict may be affecting you. During our time together\, we will also discuss interpersonal disputes around evictions\, community conflict\, and issues involving race and class. \nPlease use this link to register for this free online event:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/intro-to-conflict-resolution-with-crcmc-tickets-160230751491 \n\n 
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/into-to-conflict-resolution-with-crcmc/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210630T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210630T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20210609T220254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210609T220254Z
UID:4113-1625077800-1625086800@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:Film and Discussion of "Disclosure"
DESCRIPTION:In honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month\, please join us online as we watch “Disclosure\,” a documentary that explores how decades-old stereotypes\, memes\, and tropes in the media both form and reflect our understanding of transgender issues.\n\nThe film shows the power of the media to shape societal attitudes about groups of people whose voices and experiences have been suppressed. “Disclosure” premiered at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival and is described as\, “an ambitious\, ground-breaking and nuanced examination of over one hundred years of trans representation on screen.”\n\nWe’ve selected this film for Pride Month because it allows us to uplift the stories of those most marginalized within an already marginalized community. We believe this film is a perfect complement to this year’s film and discussion series as it brings an intersectional lens to our focus on cross-racial solidarity.\n\nAll are welcome to join the viewing of the documentary\, but please note that it is rated MA for mature audiences. The film frankly depicts trans struggles\, contains some strong language\, and has brief nudity. After the documentary\, we will facilitate a space for reflection for those who want to participate.\n\nPlease use this link to register for this FREE online event: https://tinyurl.com/56awfpb2\n———————————\nThis program year\, IMPACT’s “Film and Discussion” series is focused on cross-racial solidarity. The purpose of each film is to understand each other’s struggles\, histories we haven’t been taught\, and how these topics connect to our pursuit of justice and liberation today. This series builds on our June 2020 webinar Building a Multi-Racial Movement: Challenges + Promises. Watch that webinar here: https://impactsilverspring.org/building_justice/ \nSee Less
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/film-and-discussion-of-disclosure/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20210506T204738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210506T204738Z
UID:4097-1621447200-1621454400@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:Solidarity: Resistance to State and Hate Violence
DESCRIPTION:Join Impact Silver Spring\, Montgomery County Progressive Asian American Network (MoCoPAAN)\, and the Asian American Progressive Student Union (AAPSU) in celebration of Asian Pacific Islander American (APIA) Heritage month as we view and discuss a selection of clips and feature pieces documenting the rich history of struggle\, perseverance\, and activism throughout Asian American communities. Given the racial reckonings of the past year\, this event will focus on Solidarity: Resistance to State and Hate Violence from both a historical and current day perspective. We would like to acknowledge that although this event will focus on Asian Americans\, the experiences of Pacific Islanders are just as unique\, historic\, and important to discuss. As such\, the organizers of the event will briefly discuss the relationships and differences between Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders\, as well as distribute resources for participants to learn more about and support Pacific Islander communities. \nIn this discussion-based event\, we will explore such histories as the era of Asian exclusion\, Japanese American internment\, and Islamophobia/hate crimes against South Asian Americans following the events of 9/11. Throughout all discussions\, we will focus on how state-backed violence against Asian Americans has subsequently encouraged hate violence and crimes targeting these same communities. In building a better understanding of Asian American experiences and history\, we hope to build on conversations of multi-racial coalitions and solidarity as resistance to the violence of white supremacy. \nTo register for this free event\, use the link here: https://tinyurl.com/2z3a4h8u
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/solidarity-resistance-to-state-and-hate-violence/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20210309T184247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210309T184247Z
UID:4015-1616697000-1616706000@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:Film and Discussion of "And She Could Be Next"
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Women’s History Month\, we will be viewing and discussing online part I of the documentary “And She Could Be Next.”\nFilmed throughout 2018 and into 2019\, by a team of women filmmakers of color\, the documentary features a dynamic slate of history-makers including: Stacey Abrams (GA)\, Rashida Tlaib (MI)\, Lucy McBath (GA)\, Veronica Escobar (TX)\, Maria Elena Durazo (CA)\, and Bushra Amiwala (IL). The film also follows the incredible “hidden figures” of the movement–women of color organizers without whose work\, nothing would be possible.\n\nIn a polarized America\, where the dual forces of white supremacy and patriarchy threaten to further erode our democracy\, a game-changing transformation is happening at the grassroots. This documentary shows us a defiant group of women of color–as candidates and organizers–who are harnessing the political power of this New American Majority.\nUse this link to register for this FREE online event: https://tinyurl.com/s4d2zdpv\n\n———————————————\nThis program year\, IMPACT’s “Film and Discussion” series is focused on cross-racial solidarity. The purpose of each film is to understand each other’s struggles\, histories we haven’t been taught\, and how these topics connect to our pursuit of justice and liberation today. This series builds on our June 2020 webinar Building a Multi-Racial Movement: Challenges + Promises. Watch that webinar here: https://impactsilverspring.org/building_justice/
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/film-and-discussion-of-and-she-could-be-next/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T194500
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20210209T192814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210209T192937Z
UID:3993-1614277800-1614282300@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:My East County Home:  Overcoming Discrimination in Search of an American Dream
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Elgin Klugh joins us to share his online presentation exploring the experiences of three African American families searching for homes in eastern Montgomery County\, Maryland 1958-1968. Converging in the Tamarack Triangle community of Colesville\, each story is representative of strategies used to acquire homes in the context of a discriminatory housing market.\nUse this url to register for this free event:  tinyurl.com/3rkjhmd1
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/my-east-county-home-overcoming-discrimination-in-search-of-an-american-dream/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20210209T192605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210209T193016Z
UID:3990-1613673000-1613680200@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:Film and Discussion of the Cambridge Movement
DESCRIPTION:An online film and discussion event to explore the Cambridge\, Maryland civil rights protests that helped spark the Black Power Movement.  A facilitated Black affinity group discussion will follow the viewing. \nUse this url to register for this free event:  tinyurl.com/3vmbrdjr
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/film-and-discussion-of-the-cambridge-movement/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T204500
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20210105T164959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T164959Z
UID:3289-1611253800-1611261900@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:Film and Discussion of "I Am MLK Jr."
DESCRIPTION:Save the date!\n\nThursday\, January 21\n6:30 pm – 8:45 pm\n\nIn honor of Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day\, on January 18th\, IMPACT is hosting an online viewing and discussion of the documentary “I Am MLK Jr.”\n\n“I Am MLK Jr.” celebrates the life and explores the character of an American icon. The film follows Dr. King’s journey across mountaintops and valleys while capturing the Civil Rights Movement at large. The documentary provides intimate\, firsthand insights on Dr. King\, exploring moments of personal challenge and elation\, and an ongoing movement that is as important today as ever.\n\nWatch the documentary trailer here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/iammlkjr2\nThe 95-minute documentary will be followed by a facilitated discussion.\n\nUse this link to register for this FREE event: https://us02web.zoom.us/…/tZcldeCsrjstHNSrw2HanMHFx9ktn…\n\nAbout IMPACT’s Film and Discussion series:\nThis program year\, IMPACT’s “Film and Discussion” series is focused on cross-racial solidarity. The purpose of each film is to understand each other’s struggles\, histories we haven’t been taught\, and how these topics connect to our pursuit of justice and liberation today. This series builds on our June 2020 webinar Building a Multi-Racial Movement: Challenges + Promises. Watch that webinar here: https://impactsilverspring.org/building_justice/
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/film-and-discussion-of-i-am-mlk-jr/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T162939
CREATED:20201014T165710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T200514Z
UID:2905-1603996200-1604003400@impactsilverspring.org
SUMMARY:Online Film & Discussion of "Warrior Women"
DESCRIPTION:This program year\, IMPACT’s “Film and Discussion” series is focused on cross-racial solidarity. The purpose of each film is to understand each other’s struggles\, histories we haven’t been taught\, and how these topics connect to our pursuit of justice and liberation today. This series builds on our June webinar Building a Multi-Racial Movement: Challenges + Promises. Watch that webinar here: https://impactsilverspring.org/building_justice/\n\n\n\n\nSave the date!\nThursday\, October 29\n6:30 pm – 8:30 pm\n\n\n\nIn honor of MoCo’s Indigenous Peoples’ Day on October 12th and national Native American Heritage Month in November\, IMPACT is hosting an online viewing and discussion of the award-winning documentary “Warrior Women.”\n“Warrior Women” tells the story of mothers and daughters fighting for Indigenous rights in the American Indian Movement. The documentary explores what it means to balance a movement with motherhood and how activist legacies are passed down from generation to generation in the face of a government that has continually met Native resistance with mass violence.\nWatch the documentary trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLIZIsSvM74\nThe 64-minute documentary will be followed by a facilitated discussion.\n\n\nRegister for this FREE event here:  https://forms.gle/8n5aca2mLagCeZ2M6 \nSee Less\n\n 
URL:https://impactsilverspring.org/event/online-film-discussion-of-warrior-women/
LOCATION:MD
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