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• FW: A Message from Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley
• (Jan. 31) FW: Presidents' Forum
• (Jan. 31) FW: MLK Interfaith Event
• (Jan. 31 – Apr. 4) FW: Season for Non-Violence Events
• (Feb. 3 & 17) FW: Two 150th VA Events: Four Chaplains Ceremony and James Reese Europe Tribute Concert
• (Feb. 21) FW: Invitation to Ohio Attorney General Community Outreach event in Dayton

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From: Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley
Subject: A Message from Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley

A Message from Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley

The last few days have created a great deal of confusion around the country. For many in the Dayton community, the future feels uncertain. I hear you. We have long believed that the road to a prosperous and safe community lies in embracing all of those who choose to live here. It is this American ideal that has led to the ongoing success of Dayton and other communities like us.

The Welcome Dayton vision began in 2005. Over time, it has evolved into the program that the community knows today. During my 11 years with the City Commission, I have seen the tremendous impact this policy has had on the immigrant and refugee population. With a broad coalition of partners, from business leaders like the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce, to higher education, and countless public and private organizations, this community stood together and declared that every Dayton resident is valuable.  This declaration has been the hallmark of Welcome Dayton's success.

Over the past decade, I have watched as a refugee, fleeing months in an Iraqi camp, become a leader in this community. I have listened as an immigrant from Saudi Arabia outlined the accomplishments of an impressive tech company. And I have seen the proud faces of residents as they have become citizens of this Country. These diverse perspectives make us stronger and more globalized. 

When I took the oath of office, I swore to protect the welfare of every resident; those whose families have been here a hundred years, and those who arrived just this week. It is the part of being Mayor that I hold most dear.

 

From: Ken Marcellus
Subject: Presidents' Forum - Tuesday, January 31st @ 5:00 p.m.

 

From: Bushra Shahid; President Women's Auxiliary, Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Dayton Ohio Chapter
Subject: MLK Interfaith Event

We are delighted to announce that the Jewish, Christian and Ahmadiyya Muslim Community will be holding an interfaith program around the philosophy of Dr. King on January 31st 2017.  We are excited and happy to have Judge Walter H Rice as the moderator for this program and it will be held at the Fazle Umar mosque. Flyer with specific details is attached.

Please note that this event is open to all: Men, women, youth, children, all are welcome to attend and be part of an inspiring discussion on how the philosophy of Dr. King resonates with the three faiths.

Refreshments will be available. Please RSVP by the 29th by responding to this  email or using the info provided on the flyer.  Also feel free to forward this message to any who might not have received it but would like to attend.

Free parking is available right across the street from the mosque and we have an elevator for handicap accessibility.

  

 

 

From: Colette Harrison
Subject: Season for Non-Violence

Season for Non-Violence Events

Tuesday, January 31 (6 – 7:30pm) Dr. King's Vision Through the Lens of Judaism, Christianity and Islam" An interactive discussion of Dr. King's thoughts on unity and how different faiths interpret and practice them. Moderated by Judge Walter H. Rice.  Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Mosque, 637 Randolph Street, Dayton 45417. [Refreshments provided]. Free, easy parking across the street from the mosque. RSVP appreciated by January 29, 2017 - (937)781-6579 daytonmuslims@gmail.com

Season for Non-Violence ... and Beyond
"Still Standing: Continuing the Legacy of Dr King & Gandhi in 2017"

Our goal is to create a beloved community and this will require a qualitative change in our souls as well as a quantitative change in our lives. ~ Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Saturday, Feb. 4 (10 a.m. – Noon) "WHERE THE RUBBER MEETS THE ROAD - Practical Tools for Living Nonviolence in Everyday Life" This introductory session with certified trainer Diane Dillard will be followed by 5 Saturday mornings, Feb. 11 – March 11, 2017, 10 am—noon, Founders' Room, Miami Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 8690 Yankee St, Washington Township 45458 First session is FREE – Remainder of the program on a sliding scale – no one will be turned away! Please join us as we celebrate this year's Season for Nonviolence by beginning to learn and practice Nonviolent Communication©.

Sunday, Feb 5 (3 – 5pm) (continuing 9-part Series) – "Racial Harmony and Social Justice – America's Most Vital & Challenging Issue" Interfaith for Change Dialogue Series, hosted by the Fazl-i-Umar Ahmadiyya Mosque, 637 Randolph St, Dayton.

Thursday, Feb 9 (8:30 – 10am) Compassionate Dayton Action Councils and Advisory Board Development Session. Ohio's Hospice, 324 Wilmington Ave, Community Rm, Admin Bldg,

Sunday, Feb 19 (3 – 5pm) – "Racial Harmony and Social Justice – The Oneness of Humanity" Interfaith for Change Dialogue Series, hosted by the Fazl-i-Umar Mosque, 637 Randolph St, Dayton.

Sunday, Feb 19 (5:30pm – doors open 5pm) Film & Discussion @ Neon Theater: "Cincinnati Goddamn" – SURJ (Showing Up for Racial Justice) Special Fundraiser event to benefit Racial Justice Now! Minimum donation $10/ticket (available here tonight from Colette Harrison – or contact her at UnityInDiversity_2015_Dayton@yahoo.com  (or)  937-949-7949; or @ Neon (ltd #), or the SURJ-Dayton Facebook page,). Some scholarship tickets may be available.

February 28 & March 28 (5:30pm) Season for Non-Violence monthly follow-up gatherings: Furthering Community Engagement and "report-back" from Action Councils formed on January 30.  United Theological Seminary-Urban Ministries Campus, 1516 Salem Ave, Dayton.

April 2 (3 – 6pm) & April 3 (5:30 – 8:30pm) Location(s) t.b.a. – Healing Our Nation workshops: "My World Without Racism" (space will be limited for these programs – early registration recommended – contact Colette Harrison)

Tuesday, April 4 Special SNV Closing Program t.b.a.

Virtues Project: "Acquiring and Using our Character Strengths" workshop (March/April dates t.b.a.)
Compassionate Dayton: "Becoming More Compassionate" discussion group series (Dates t.b.a.)

** To schedule a program or for additional information – please contact Colette Harrison – "Greater Dayton Unites!" UnityInDiversity_2015_Dayton@yahoo.com (or) 937-949-7949/937-232-8313.

 

 

From: David K. Greer
Subject: FW: Two 150th VA Events: Four Chaplains Ceremony and James Reese Europe Tribute Concert

I would like to let you know that the VA is celebrating its 150^th Anniversary Celebration, and there will be several events and here are two events that are coming up in Feb 2017.

  

 

 

From: Paula M. Farrell
Subject: Invitation to Ohio Attorney General Community Outreach event in Dayton

Attached is an invitation from Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine to a February 21^st Dayton area Community Outreach event.  We hope that you will join us!

To RSVP, click here http://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/CommunityOutreachEvent and if you have questions, please contact Ashley Barbone at Ashley.Barbone@OhioAttorneyGeneral.gov or 614-752-6372.

 

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