[mpen-dayton4] Greater Miami Valley Local Events & News
FYI. Best, Munsup
P.S. Please reply back to me with 'unsubscribe' on the subject line if you no longer want to receive my e-Newsletters. The convenient link to unsubscribe is no longer available due to security reasons to protect my email servers.
P.P.S. "He who dares not offend cannot be honest" - Thomas Paine
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
· FW: blk history video
· FW: United Nations Expressed Serious Concerns about Police in Schools
· (Feb. 10) FW: "Understanding Islam and Extremist"/AA Journey to Islam
· (Feb. 11 & Mar. 10) FW: NATURE QUEST 2016!
· (Feb. 12) FW: Upcoming Press Conference: "EXPANDING OUR HEARTS"
· (Feb. 13) FW: Movie Night, February 13
· (Feb. 13) FW: Free Performance: Dayton Ballet presents Welcome Dayton Night
· (Feb. 14) FW: Dunbar Literary Circle
· (Feb. 19) FW: Community Initiative to Reduce Gun Violence Call-In Session
· (Feb. 25) FW: Small Business Opportunity Forum
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: YelloPain
Subject: blk history video
Our History.mov
From: Prof. Vernellia Randall
Subject: [SchooltoPrisonPipeline] United Nations Expressed Serious Concerns about Police in Schools
As the world recognizes the serious problem with police in school, why can't Dayton Board recognize that placing police in school and school related activities is an invitation for a human rights violation.
______________________________________________
The United Nations Working Group of experts on People of African Descent. On Januarry 29th, at its press conference, at UN Offices, Washington, DC, . .
UN experts urge US to address legacies of the past, police impunity and 'crisis of racial injustice'
* * * the experts found that contemporary police killings and the trauma it creates are reminiscent of the "racial terror and lynching" of the past. Impunity for state violence has resulted in the current human rights crisis and must be addressed as a matter of urgency, they said. * * *
However, the experts expressed serious concerns about the police killings, the presence of police in schools, and violence targeting the African American community with impunity, and racial bias in the criminal justice system, mass incarceration and the criminalization of poverty which disproportionately affects African Americans.
During its 11-day mission, the Working Group's delegation heard from civil society, researchers and families of victims of police killings about racial discrimination and Afrophobia.
"The persistent gap in almost all the human development indicators, such as life expectancy, income and wealth, level of education, housing, employment and labour, and even food security, among African Americans and the rest of the US population, reflects the level of structural discrimination that creates de facto barriers for people of African descent to fully exercise their human rights," Ms. Mendes France stressed.
The human rights experts met representatives of the Government at the federal and the state levels, and the US Congress and Senate, as well as hundreds of civil society organization representatives, lawyers and human rights activists from more than 20 states who had gathered in the different cities.
From: Theo Majka
Subject: FW: "Understanding Islam and Extremist"/AA Journey to Islam
Feb. 10, 2016
"Understanding Islam and Extremist"/AA Journey to Islam
Panels Presentation/discussion
The purpose of the presentation is to share with the broader Dayton Community, a historic view via a pictorial exhibition and discussion, on the advent and spread of Islam in America, and the City of Dayton's significance in it. There will also be a discussion of fundamental Islamic Beliefs countering the ideologies of so called Islamic extremisms that foster Islamophobolia.
This, the first of four presentations, is hosted (6:00 - 7:30pm) by the Dayton Bahia Center, 819 Salem Ave (between Five Oaks & Harvard), in fellowship with the Local Ahmadiyya Muslim Community.
The additional presentations are listed below.
Feb. 11, 2011
Project: " Black Love" Setup Tabligh table/ AA Journey to Islam books / phamplets Supporting love of Community.
Sinclair Community College; 444 W. Third St . Dayton Oh .
Feb. 17, 2016; 6:30 pm
Season of Nonviolence Project
True Islam "A way life": Promoting Compassion, Love of Humanity and Peace.
Fazl-i- Umar Mosque, 637 Randolph St. Dayton, Oh, Tele.937-268-0279
Feb.22-28, 2016; 10 am - 2 pm and 4:pm - 8 pm
"African American Journey to Islam": A pictorial journey and open discussion of the oldest organized Islamic conversions to Islam from 1919-1980 in the USA and Dayton's significance in it.
Fazl-i-Umar Mosque, 637 Randolph St. Dayton Oh.
Walk in or call 937-268-0279 to schedule daily group/individual visits anytime.
From: Dayton's National Park
Subject: NATURE QUEST 2016!
NATURE QUEST 2016!
Interested in helping your children learn about the outdoors, natural science, and how to be comfortable interacting with nature? Join the staff of Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park for a three-part series of programs called Nature Quest.
Nature Quest is designed to provide children ages 6 to 12 with knowledge and skills that will encourage them to explore the natural world around them. This is an opportunity for children to experience nature and learn about natural science in a structured and safe environment.
Dates: February 11, March 10, and April 7, 2016
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
Place: Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center on Wright Brothers Hill, GPS: Near the intersection of State Route 444 and Skyline Drive (Road), Wright Patterson Air Force Base. 937-425-0008.
Each program will include nature-based learning experiences through hands-on science based activities and experiments. If the weather permits, a hike or outdoor activity will explore the concept of the day. Be sure to have the children dress for the weather!
Limited Space is available, so please sign up ahead of time. Please include the age of each child, number of children, and which programs you wish to attend. To sign up for Nature Quest call the park at 937-225-7705 or email maribeth_kambitsch@nps.gov. Please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult.
FIRST PROGRAM: Get to Know Your H2O! Where Does all the Water Go? Thursday, February 11, 2016.
Everything that is alive depends on water, but when it rains where does the water go? How does it get to our lakes and oceans? And why is it important to know where all this H2O ends up? Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the watershed in the Miami Valley and how it impacts our lives. There will also be an introduction to the two different habitats, wetland and upland, which will be explored in the later sessions.
SECOND PROGRAM: Exploring Habitats: Up on the Hill, Trees and Woods. Thursday, March 10, 2016.
Trees are everywhere on Wright Brothers Hill. They provide food and shelter for animals and even for other plants. Students will learn how trees benefit wildlife, how they fit into our urban environment, and how they provide tremendous benefits to our lives.
|
THIRD PROGRAM: Exploring Habitats: Down in Prairie, Grasses and Forbes. Thursday, April 07, 2016.
What is a prairie? How does it differ from a forest? Students will study the prairie habitat and learn about the differences between animals and plants that live in each habitat. They will learn the importance of wetlands and they will investigate how water played an important role in creating and preserving the Huffman Prairie.
From: Colette Harrison
Subject: Upcoming Press Conference: "EXPANDING OUR HEARTS"
PLEASE JOIN US!
PRESS CONFERENCE: "EXPANDING OUR HEARTS"
FEBRUARY 12, 2016; 11:30 AM
TEMPLE ISRAEL, 130 RIVERSIDE DRIVE
People of faith and concern from the Dayton Metropolitan area are gathering on Valentine's weekend to proclaim their love and support for the Muslim community and immigrants from the Middle East, especially Syria.
"Expanding Our Hearts" is the theme of a press conference slated for Friday, February 12 at 11:30 a.m. at Temple Israel, 130 Riverside Drive in Dayton.
Spiritual leaders from a diversity of religions including Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Bahá'í, Unitarian Universalist, Hindu and others will offer perspectives from their respective teachings and prayers. Confirmed participants include Rabbi Karen Bodney-Halasz from Temple Israel, Dean of Roman Catholic clergy, Fr. Chris Worland, Rev. Dr. Crystal Walker, Executive Director of Greater Dayton Christian Connections, Dr. Colette Harrison of the Bahá'ís of Montgomery County, Shahin Tadayon, a Sufi Muslim […and others as they confirm]
This united message of support aims to dispel fears, countering much of the vitriolic rhetoric and violence being promulgated in various quarters of our nation. It highlights the common practice at the heart of all religions to extend hospitality and welcome the immigrant. The press conference is sponsored by an interfaith coalition that came together in December, "People of Faith Welcome Islam: Liberty and Justice for All."
For more information contact:
The Rev. Greg Martin, Minister
Miami Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
minister@mvuuf.org
517-898-6145 (cell)
The Rev. Dr. Crystal Walker, Executive Director
Greater Dayton Christian Connections
drcrystal1@yahoo.com
937-222-4322 (work)
937-789-9822 (cell)
From: Secretary India Club of Dayton
Subject: Movie Night, February 13, 4 pm, WSU campus
The 2016 Executive committee of India Club of Dayton is proud to announce our very 1st Movie Night co-sponsored by Indian Student Association (ISA) and Hindu Yuva (HY) of Wright State University !
Where: Medical Science Bldg, Rm 120 Wright State University, 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy, Fairborn, OH
When: Saturday, 13 Feb 2016
Time: 4:00 PM
Tickets are available for sale only at www.indiaclubdayton.org.
Early bird discounted tickets available till February 9th
From: Melissa Bertolo
Subject: Free Performance: Dayton Ballet presents Welcome Dayton Night
Welcome Dayton Night with the Dayton Ballet
Welcome Dayton and the Dayton Ballet Association welcome Dayton neighbors -- especially those new to the area -- to an evening of ballet. You are cordially invited to attend a FREE performance of "February Fantasty" at the Victoria Theatre (138 N. Main St.) on Saturday, February 13 at 8 p.m.
This performance is suitable for ages 10 and over. Limit four (4) tickets per household.
Order your complimentary tickets at the Victoria Theatre Box Office at 138 N. Main Street or call (937) 228-3630.
Foreign language-speaking neighbors can call the Human Relations Council at (937) 333-1422.
From: Dayton's National Park
Subject: Dunbar Literary Circle -- Sunday, February 14th
Dunbar Literary Circle
Love is in the air and the age of romance ♥
Sunday, February 14 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
House tours at 1 pm; light refreshments follow.
|
Come and show your romantic side at the next Dunbar Literary Circle. This is a day filled with roses, flowers, cards of affection, hugs, and, of course, lots of chocolates. It's also a day for you come to the Dunbar House visitor center and enjoy poetry, short stories and thoughts about the age of romance. You are also invited to read your own poetry or a poem by a favorite poet or writer.
Roses are red,
violets are blue,
come alone
or bring a friend too.
The Paul Laurence Dunbar House Historic Site is located at 219 West PL Dunbar Street, Dayton, Ohio. Please enter through the Visitor Center entrance on Edison Street (around the corner from the Dunbar House).
Tours of the home are free and available from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday (last tour at 3:30 pm). For more information call 937.224.7061.
The Dunbar Literary Circle meets on the second Sunday of the month.
Each month we touch on a different topic.
|
Just ahead:
March 13 - Women's History and Women Writers
April 10 - Flowers and Springtime
May 15 - Mother's Day
June 12 - Father's Day
From: Rebecca Gaytko
Subject: Community Initiative to Reduce Gun Violence Call-In Session
The Community Initiative to Reduce Gun Violence (CIRGV) is a multi-jurisdictional, multi-agency, mutual effort, intended to quickly and effectively reduce gun-violence and associated homicides, with sustained reductions over time. This initiative is a focused deterrence strategy, modeled after the 1990's Boston Gun Project, using the 2007 Cincinnati Initiative to Reduce Gun Violence Best Practices as a guide, with variations tailored to meet our greater Dayton community. The "gun violence must stop" message, targeted toward group member involved (GMI) violent offenders, is disseminated by Call-In sessions with GMI parolees and probationers. Offenders are presented with a clear message that gun violence will no longer be tolerated in this community. If gun violence occurs, a coordinated effort by law enforcement agencies will use all available lawful means to address the gun violence, focusing on all members of the group. Offenders are also offered alternatives.
The next Community Initiative to Reduce Gun Violence (CIRGV) Call-In Session is scheduled for Friday, February 19, 2016, 2:00 p.m., in the Federal Court Building, 200 West Second Street, in Judge Rice's Courtroom.
If you would like to attend, and I encourage you to do so, please let me know by the end of the day, Tuesday, February 16, 2016, so that I can put you on the guest list. Space is limited and, as you know, security is especially important. All guests must be on the list and bring a photo ID. In addition, cell phones must be turned off in the courtroom. You are asked to be at the courthouse at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the session Please be on time as no one will be allowed to enter or exit the courtroom during the session. CIRGV would welcome any elected officials in your community that you may wish to invite as well. In your response, please include the names and e-mail addresses of any guests you wish to attend.
At this Call-In Session, we intentionally invite family, community, and community leaders to be present when the message is delivered by community leaders, service providers, and law enforcement agencies because the message of stopping gun violence is really a message from all of us. I thought it would be good to have you there if you are available to show your support of the community norm of rejecting violence (especially gun violence).
RSVPs are mandatory.
The Call-In session will be approximately 90-120 minutes.
Please be on time, as no one will be allowed to enter or exit the courtroom during the session.
From: PAUL BROWN
Subject: Small Business Opportunity Forum
Small Business Opportunity Forum - City of Dayton Projects
Event to be held at the following time, date, and location:
Thursday, February 25, 2016 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Dayton Convention Center
22 E 5th St
Dayton, OH 45402
(View Map)
Join us to learn about the FY2016 City of Dayton Projects, bid opportunities, and network with certified companies. We will be discussing the various ways for businesses to become certified in the PEP, MBE, EDGE, DBE and HUD Section 3 programs.
Registration will begin at 8:30 AM with morning refreshments and the department presentations will begin at 9:00 AM.
You can register online or by contacting Tosha Madison at tosha.madison@daytonohio.gov or 937-333-1403.
City of Dayton Human Relations Council
For information on business assistance , visit us on the web at www.DaytonHRC.org.
End of MPEN e-Newsletter
posted by lucas at 11:07 AM
0 Comments:
Post a Comment
<< Home