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SUMMARY:Beverly Farmer's Market: Community Art & Peace Table
DESCRIPTION:Ways of Peace: Conversations & Creativity  \nJoin The Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement and local artist and educator\, Luba Shapiro Grenader\, to explore what peace means to you through words and images.  \nCome create\, converse and connect at our table! Creatives of all ages are welcome! Learn some tips on how to have better conversations across difference that leave you feeling connected and hopeful.  \nMonday\, July 21\, 4-7pm at the Beverly Farmer’s Market\, Veterans Memorial Park. \nQuestions: Lauren@Heathmere.org \nFunded in part by Creative County Initiative.
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/beverly-farmers-market-community-art-peace-table/
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SUMMARY:Race Amity North Shore Festival
DESCRIPTION:“The work of race amity is not just about creating peace between different groups—it’s about forging authentic relationships that transform both individuals and society.” –William H. “Smitty” Smith\, National Race Amity Founder \nCome celebrate with us on Race Amity Day\, Sunday June 8\, 12:30-1:30\, Beverly City Hall Lawn. Hear from speakers who will share what Race Amity means to them and how they have worked for racial justice and healing in their communities. Enjoy musical offerings and have fun creating a community art project together! This is free\, family-friendly event open to all! Bring a picnic and come meet some new friends!! \nRain location: First Baptist Church\, 221 Cabot Street. Location update\, in case of inclement weather\, will be posted on our Facebook page. \nCo-sponsored by the Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement\, City of Beverly\, & Beverly Human Rights Committee. \nFor more information\, email info@heathmere.org
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/race-amity-north-shore-festival-2/
LOCATION:Beverly City Hall\, 191 Cabot Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Conversations: "Accessibility & Disability\," Pt. 3
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to hold the third in our 3-part Neighborhood Conversations series on “Accessibility and Disability.” The aim of this facilitated dialogue series is to reflect on what it means to be a city that fully embraces and recognizes the agency of differently-abled people. \nAt each event we will learn from speakers whose lived experiences will invite us to consider\, on both a personal and city level\, how we can create a more caring community for everyone. We will then gather in small\, facilitated dialogue groups to explore questions that will help us connect more deeply with others in our community \nFor our third dialogue event\, we are excited to hear from Areeba Khan\, MS\, ATP\, Director of Assistive Technology\, Northeast Arc\, who will help us understand how we can better support individuals in our community to become more independent members of society. \nCo-sponsored by the Beverly Public Library\, Beverly Human Rights Committee\, and the City of Beverly.  \nFunded in part by Mass Humanities. \nEmail Lauren@heathmere.org for more information
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/neighborhood-conversations-accessibility-disability-pt-3/
LOCATION:Beverly Public Library\, 32 Essex Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Conversations: "Accessibility & Disability\," pt 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us via Zoom this Wednesday\, April 9\, for the second in our “Neighborhood Conversations” series on “Accessibility and Disability.” The aim of this facilitated dialogue series is to reflect on what it means to be a city that fully embraces and recognizes the agency of differently-abled people. \nAt each event we will hear from speakers whose lived experiences will invite us to consider\, on both a personal and city level\, how we can create a more caring community for everyone. We will then gather in small\, facilitated dialogue groups to explore questions that will help us connect more deeply with others in our community \nFor this second dialogue\, we will hear from J.D. Martz\, Chair of Danvers’ Accessibility Commission\, on his work advocating for accessibility. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED TO RECEIVE ZOOM LINK: \nhttps://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hold-for-graham-59/ \nCo-sponsored by the Beverly Public Library\, Beverly Human Rights Committee\, and the City of Beverly.  \nFunded in part by Mass Humanities. \nEmail Lauren@heathmere.org for more information
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/neighborhood-conversations-accessibility-disability-pt-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250402T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250402T200000
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Conversations: "Accessibility & Disability\," pt 1
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nPlease join us in our newly re-branded “Neighborhood Conversations” series (formerly\, Living Room Conversations) on “Accessibility & Disability\,” at the Beverly Public Library. \nThe aim of this 3-part facilitated\, dialogue series is to reflect on what it means to be a community that fully embraces and recognizes the agency of differently-abled people. \nCome join us as we hear from speakers whose lived experiences will invite us to consider\, on both a personal and city level\, how we can create a more caring community for everyone. On Wednesday April 2\, we will learn from Dr. Karen Hopkins\, Executive Director/CEO\, Children’s Center for Communication/Beverly School for the Deaf about how we can celebrate and support their mission. Free & open to all!! Registration recommended \nASL interpretation provided \nCo-sponsored by Heathmere\, Beverly Public Library & Beverly Human Rights Committee \nFunding provided by Mass Humanities
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/neighborhood-conversations-accessibility-disability-pt-1/
LOCATION:Beverly Public Library\, 32 Essex Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement":MAILTO:info@heathmere.org
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Conversations: "Accessibility & Disability"
DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to be holding a 3 part “Neighborhood Conversations” series on “Accessibility and Disability.” The aim of this facilitated dialogue series is to reflect on what it means to be a city that fully embraces and recognizes the agency of differently-abled people. \nAt each event we will hear from speakers whose lived experiences will invite us to consider\, on both a personal and city level\, how we can create a more caring community for everyone. We will then gather in small\, facilitated dialogue groups to explore questions that will help us connect more deeply with others in our community. \nWed April 2: Neighborhood Conversations: “Accessibility and Disability\, pt 1.” What is the Children’s Center for Communication/Beverly School for the Deaf? Come learn from Dr. Karen Hopkins\, Executive Director/CEO\, Children’s Center for Communication/Beverly School for the Deaf about how we can celebrate and support their mission. ASL interpretation provided \nWed April 9: Neighborhood Conversations: “Accessibility and Disability\, pt 2.” Dr. Jennifer Hall is an Artist Philosopher living and working with mobility differences and chronic pain. Jen will invite us to reflect on: “What does it mean for differently-abled persons to feel like they are cared for and fully belong to our community?” Please note: this event is offered via Zoom only. \nWed April 23: Neighborhood Conversations: “Accessibility and Disability\, pt 3.” Areeba Khan\, MS\, ATP; Director of Assistive Technology\, Northeast Arc. Come learn how we can better support individuals in our community to become more independent members of society. \nCo-sponsored by the Beverly Public Library\, Beverly Human Rights Committee\, and the City of Beverly.  \nFunded in part by Mass Humanities. \nEmail Lauren@heathmere.org for more information
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/neighborhood-conversations-accessibility-disability/
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SUMMARY:Community Peace and Art Circle
DESCRIPTION:The Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement and Temple B’nai Abraham invite you to an art and dialogue reflection circle with local artist and educator\, Luba Shapiro Grenader. This free event will begin with a short meditation\, followed by a time to create our own images of peace\, and a discussion to share our hopes and ideas. You do not need to be an artist–just someone willing to enjoy putting color\, shapes and lines on paper!! Come experience the healing power of art and connecting with others. Monday Feb 17th\, 7-8:30pm\, Temple B’nai Abraham\, Beverly\, MA. Open to all ages. Funding through Mass Humanities and Creative County Initiative (ECCF). Please register here Questions? Email: info@heathmere.org
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/community-peace-and-art-circle/
LOCATION:Temple B’nai Abraham Beverly\, MA\, 200 East Lothrop Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241219T213000
DTSTAMP:20260504T133428
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SUMMARY:Community Peace & Art Circle
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/community-peace-art-circle/
LOCATION:Beverly Public Library\, 32 Essex Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
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SUMMARY:Danvers Living Room Conversations: "Accessibility & Disability"
DESCRIPTION:Our Living Room Conversations use small\, facilitated dialogues to invite diverse residents to learn about and discuss challenging topics. Our dialogues encourage participants to speak so that others can listen and listen in order to connect more deeply with others. These conversations help cultivate trust and build a dialogic culture\, recognizing that mutual understanding\, not agreement\, is the foundation of any healthy community. \nWe will begin each session with a 10-15 minute presentation on a topic related to accessibility and disability. We will then gather in small\, facilitated dialogue groups to explore how we are impacted by experiences of\, and challenges around\, disability in our own communities. \nCome with your questions! Come with your experiences! Our theme for  Wednesday October 23: “What is accessibility?” \nASL interpretation provided. \nThese free events are open to all and are held at the Peabody Institute of Danvers Public Library. Co-sponsored by the Town of Danvers\, with funding provided my Mass Humanities.
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/danvers-living-room-conversations-accessibility-disability-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241107T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241107T200000
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SUMMARY:Living Room Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Gather for a post-election dialogue that continues our theme\, “How do we deal with our political differences?” Join us for the 3rd in our free series that is focusing on how we can name and acknowledge our differences while at the same time work together to build a better community and a stronger democracy. \n Our theme for this month is: “Our Hopes and Dreams for the Future” \nThursday November 7\, 6:30-8pm\, Beverly Public Library. Co-sponsored by Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement and Beverly Public Library.  \nFree and open to all!
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/living-room-conversations/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241023T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241023T200000
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SUMMARY:Danvers Living Room Conversations: "Accessibility & Disability"
DESCRIPTION:Our Living Room Conversations use small\, facilitated dialogues to invite diverse residents to learn about and discuss challenging topics. Our dialogues encourage participants to speak so that others can listen and listen in order to connect more deeply with others. These conversations help cultivate trust and build a dialogic culture\, recognizing that mutual understanding\, not agreement\, is the foundation of any healthy community. \nWe will begin each session with a 10-15 minute presentation on a topic related to accessibility and disability. We will then gather in small\, facilitated dialogue groups to explore how we are impacted by experiences of\, and challenges around\, disability in our own communities. \nCome with your questions! Come with your experiences! Our theme for  Wednesday October 23: “What is accessibility?” \nASL interpretation provided. \nThese free events are open to all and are held at the Peabody Institute of Danvers Public Library. Co-sponsored by the Town of Danvers\, with funding provided my Mass Humanities.
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/danvers-living-room-conversations-accessibility-disability/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241017T200000
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SUMMARY:Living Room Conversations: How do we deal with our political differences?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2nd in our free series that is focusing on how we can name and acknowledge our differences while at the same time work together to build a better community and a stronger democracy. \nWe will begin with an interview of 2 Beverly residents\, Thom Adorney (registered Independent\, educator\, community volunteer) and Michael Chiusano (a semi-retired advertising photographer who now shoots portraits and personal work)\,  who hold different political views to help us understand how they came to hold the political views they do and their hopes for bridging political divides and differences. We will then gather in small\, facilitated dialogue groups to share our own stories and experiences in order to deepen connections and collaborations in our own communities. \n Our theme for this month is: “Our Core Political Values” \nThursday October 17\, 6:30-8pm\, Beverly Public Library. Co-sponsored by Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement and Beverly Public Library.
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/living-room-conversations-how-do-we-deal-with-our-political-differences/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240925T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240925T200000
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SUMMARY:Disability and Accessibility Danvers Living Room Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Our Living Room Conversations use small\, facilitated dialogues to invite diverse residents to learn about and discuss challenging topics. Our dialogues encourage participants to speak so that others can listen and listen in order to connect more deeply with others. These conversations help cultivate trust and build a dialogic culture\, recognizing that mutual understanding\, not agreement\, is the foundation of any healthy community. \nWe will begin each session with a 10-15 minute presentation on a topic related to accessibility and disability. We will then gather in small\, facilitated dialogue groups to explore how we are impacted by experiences of\, and challenges around\, disability in our own communities. \nCome out for one or come for all! ASL interpretation provided. \nWednesday September 25: “How do we define disability?” \nWednesday October 23: “What is accessibility?” \nWednesday November 20 “Communication and Disability” \nThese free events are open to all and are held at the Peabody Institute of Danvers Public Library. Co-sponsored by the Town of Danvers\, with funding provided my Mass Humanities.
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/disability-and-accessibility-danvers-living-room-conversations/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240919T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240919T200000
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SUMMARY:How do we deal with our political differences? Beverly Living Room Conversations
DESCRIPTION:This free\, 3-part series will focus on how we can name and acknowledge our differences while at the same time work together to build a better community and a stronger democracy. \nWe will begin by hearing from local community leaders & residents who will share stories about how they came to hold the political views they do and their hopes for bridging political divides and differences. We will then gather in small\, facilitated dialogue groups to share our own stories and experiences in order to deepen connections and collaborations in our own communities. \n Come for one or come for all!  \nSept 19: “Our Political Autobiographies” \nOct 17: “Our Core Political Values” \nNov 7: “Our Hopes and Dreams for the Future” \nThursdays 6:30-8pm\, Beverly Public Library. Co-sponsored by Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement and Beverly Public Library.
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/how-do-we-deal-with-our-political-differences-beverly-living-room-conversations/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240919T063000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240919T200000
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SUMMARY:Beverly Living Room Conversations: How do we deal with our political differences?
DESCRIPTION:When was the last time you had a productive conversation with someone who doesn’t share your political views? With the election approaching\, having a curious\, honest and respectful conversation might seem even scarier. But don’t worry—Heathmere is here to help you connect! \nCome hear a bi-partisan interview with Mindy D’Ippolito\, Beverly Human Rights Committee Chair and Elliott Margolis\, “Conservative Corner\,” host. We will then break up into small\, facilitated dialogue groups to practice strengthening our listening skills and conversation muscles! \nFree and open to all! Thursday Sept 19\, 6:30-8pm\, at the Beverly Public Library. Questions? Email Lauren.
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/beverly-living-room-conversations-how-do-we-deal-with-our-political-differences/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240713T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240713T150000
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SUMMARY:Race Amity and Multicultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join Heathmere and the Town of Danvers for our 6th annual Race Amity & Multicultural Festival! Race Amity\, an official holiday in Massachusetts\, promotes awareness around\, and celebration of\, historical and contemporary friendships that cross racial/ethnic divides. We are excited to feature: Greek music\, Afro Beats dancing\, a Beverly High School band\, a multi-racial youth panel\, and more! Come bring your whole family—including pets—to this free event that promotes joy and friendship across difference. Rain location will be Danvers High School Atrium—check our Fb page for updates. Questions? Email: info@heathmere.org
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/race-amity-and-multicultural-festival/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240626T063000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T133428
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SUMMARY:Living Room Conversations: What is Race Amity? Documentary & Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:Come view a short documentary about the history of Race Amity and then join in a facilitated conversation about how we can all work together across racial divides to promote racial justice and healing. \nHeathmere’s Living Conversations Series uses small\, facilitated dialogues to encourage diverse residents to learn about and discuss challenging topics. Our dialogues help participants speak so that others can listen and listen in order to connect more deeply with others. These conversations are a great way to cultivate trust and build a dialogic culture\, recognizing that mutual understanding\, not agreement\, is the foundation of any healthy community. \nFree & open to all! Questions: info@heathmere.org
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/living-room-conversations-what-is-race-amity-documentary-dialogue/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240617T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T133428
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SUMMARY:"An American Story: Race Amity and the Other Tradition\," Documentary & Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about Race Amity\, a celebration of our multicultural community\, and an opportunity to elevate kindness\, respect and civility across racial and ethnic differences. We will view the short documentary and engage in facilitated dialogue to understand better how forming friendships across race/ethnicity can help strengthen racial justice and healing in our communities! Email info@heathmere.org for more information. \nFree and open to all! 6-8pm\, Monday June 17\, Gordon Room\, Peabody Institute Library of Danvers. \nStay tuned for more details about the North Shore’s 7th annual Race Amity Multicultural Festival this July\, co-sponsored by Heathmere and the Town of Danvers.
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/an-american-story-race-amity-and-the-other-tradition-documentary-dialogue/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240608T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240608T153000
DTSTAMP:20260504T133428
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SUMMARY:Community Art & Peace Circle
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to Heathmere’s free\, family-friendly event: “Community Art and Peace Circle.”  Local artist and educator\, Luba Shapiro Grenader\, will guide children\, youth and adults in peace practices like meditation and dialogue\, and engage them in making art about peace. We will hold this gathering on the 4th floor of the Porter Mill Studios during their “Second Saturday Open Studios\,” on Saturday June 8\, 2024. We will hold 2 1-hour sessions: 12:30-1:30 and 2:30-3:30pm.  Questions: info@heathmere.org \nFunding provided by Creative County
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/community-art-peace-circle/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240418T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240418T200000
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SUMMARY:Living Room Conversations: "Seeing and Living as White\," pt 3
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday April 18 in the Sohier Room of the Beverly Public Library for our final “Seeing and Living as White” series. (You do not need to have attended previous sessions.) This series uses facilitated dialogue to help white North Shore residents explore their own racial assumptions and experiences and consider how these impact racial healing and justice work. The aim of these sessions is threefold: \n\n\nto reflect in a supportive and brave environment on what it means to be white \n\n\nto learn curious listening and dialogue skills \n\n\nto build community connections that support on-going racial justice healing work \n\n\nEach session will begin with a 10-15 minute interactive learning exercise. The rest of the time will be spent in small\, facilitated dialogue groups where residents will have the chance to practice deep reflection and curious listening. \nCo-sponsored by Heathmere\,  the Beverly Human Rights Committee\, the Beverly Public Library\, and the City of Beverly \nFree and open to all! \nRegistration Recommended: \nhttps://beverlypubliclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/hold-for-graham-33/
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/living-room-conversations-seeing-and-living-as-white-pt-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240411T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240411T200000
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SUMMARY:Living Room Conversations: "Seeing and Living as White\," pt 2
DESCRIPTION:Heathmere\, in partnership with Beverly Human Rights Committee\, the Beverly Public Library\, and the City of Beverly\, will offer a 3 part Living Room Conversations series\, “Seeing and Living as White.” This series will use facilitated dialogue to help white North Shore residents explore their own racial assumptions and experiences and consider how these impact their racial healing and justice work. The aim of these sessions is threefold: \n\n\nto reflect in a supportive and brave environment on what it means to be white \n\n\nto learn curious listening and dialogue skills \n\n\nto build community connections that support on-going racial justice healing work \n\n\nEach session will be begin with a 10-15 minute interactive learning exercise. The rest of the time will be spent in small\, facilitated dialogue groups where residents will have the chance to practice deep reflection and curious listening. \nFree and open to all!\nThursday April 11\n6:30-8pm\, Sohier Room\,\nBeverly Public Library.
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/living-room-conversations-seeing-and-living-as-white-pt-2/
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SUMMARY:Living Room Conversations: "Seeing and Living as White\," part 1
DESCRIPTION:If you missed our 3-part series in Danvers in the fall\, now’s your chance to catch it in Beverly!—co-sponsored by Heathmere\, Beverly Human Rights Committee\, Beverly Public Library\, and the City of Beverly. This series will use facilitated dialogue to help white North Shore residents explore their own racial assumptions and experiences and consider how these impact their racial healing and justice work. The aim of these sessions is threefold: to reflect in a supportive and brave environment on what it means to be white; to learn curious listening and dialogue skills; and to build community connections that supports on-going racial justice healing work. Each session will be composed of 10-15 minutes of an interactive teaching exercise. The rest of the time will be spent in small\, facilitated dialogue groups where residents will have the chance to practice deep reflection and curious listening skills.  Hope to see you there! Questions: info@heathmere.org
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/living-room-conversations-seeing-and-living-as-white-part-1/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231214T063000
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SUMMARY:Living Room Conversations: Seeing and Living as White
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our third “Seeing and Living as White” Living Room Conversation aimed to help white folks explore in more depth their own racial positions\, assumptions and experiences and how these impact their racial justice work. This session will focus on ways to move forward in one’s own racial justice journey. This event is free and open to all! (You do not need to have attended previous sessions.) Questions: info@heathmere.org \nHeathmere’s Living Room Conversations series uses small\, facilitated dialogues to encourage diverse residents to learn about and discuss challenging topics. Our dialogues help participants speak in a way that others can listen and listen in order to connect more deeply with others. These conversations are a great way to cultivate trust and build a dialogic culture\, recognizing that mutual understanding\, not agreement\, is the foundation of any healthy community.
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/living-room-conversations-seeing-and-living-as-white/
LOCATION:Peabody Institute of Danvers Library\, 15 Sylvan StreetDanvers\, Danvers\, MA\, 01923\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231129T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T133428
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SUMMARY:Living Room Conversations: Home Energry
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a “Living Room Conversation” about home energy! Hear from Green Beverly experts and engage with your neighbors on home energy best practices. 6:30-8pm\, Beverly Public Library (Main) \nThe Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement uses a Living Room Conversations format to offer small\, facilitated dialogues on a variety of topics where diverse residents can learn about and discuss challenging topics. Our dialogues help participants speak in a way so that others can listen and listen in order to connect more deeply with others. These conversations are a great way to cultivate trust and build a dialogic culture\, recognizing that mutual understanding\, not agreement\, is the foundation of any healthy community. \nFree and open to all! \nCo-sponsored by Heathmere Center\, Beverly Public Library and Green Beverly. \nQuestions? info@heathmere.org
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/living-room-conversations-home-energry/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231109T200000
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SUMMARY:Living Room Conversations: Seeing and Living as White\, pt II
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2nd of our 3 part-series\, “Seeing and Living as White\,” where we will delve deeper into how our lived experiences as white people are formed. These conversations are aimed at helping white people explore in more depth their own racial positions\, assumptions and experiences and to reflect on how these impact their racial justice work. Dialogues will take place at the Peabody Institute Public Library of Danvers from 6:30-8pm. This series is free and open to all and you do not need to have attended the first one to attend this one. Questions? info@heathmere.org \nRegistration: https://danverslibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/living-room-conversations-2/ \nFunding provided in part by Mass Humanities.
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/living-room-conversations-seeing-and-living-as-white-pt-ii/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231019T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T133428
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SUMMARY:Living Room Conversation with Beverly's DEIB Director\, Wangari Fahari
DESCRIPTION:Join Heathmere and the Beverly Public Library as we invite Wangari Fahari\, Beverly’s Director of Diversity\, Equity\, Inclusion and Belonging for our October Living Room Conversation (Sohier Room\, BPL\, Main). Join us in conversation around successes\, challenges\, and hopes for the future of how Beverly can better serve all people who call it home. Free and open to the public! Email info@heathmere.org with questions. \nWe use a Living Room Conversations format to offer small\, facilitated dialogues on a variety of topics where diverse residents can learn about and discuss challenging topics. Our dialogues help participants speak in a way so that others can listen and listen in order to connect more deeply with others. We believe these conversations are a great way to cultivate trust and build a dialogic culture\, recognizing that mutual understanding\, not agreement\, is the foundation of any healthy community.
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/living-room-conversation-with-beverlys-deib-director-wangari-fahari/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231018T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231018T200000
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SUMMARY:Living Room Conversations: Seeing & Living as White\, pt. 1
DESCRIPTION:The first in a 3-part Living Room Conversation series using dialogue to help white North Shore residents explore in more depth their own racial positions\, assumptions and experiences. Participants will also be encouraged to form community connections that support their racial justice work. Join us for a guilt-free exploration of what’s in the invisible back packs of whiteness we’ve inherited. \nFree and open to all! \nQuestions? info@heathmere.org. Registration encouraged \nFunding provided in part by Mass Humanities
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/living-room-conversations-seeing-living-as-white-pt-1/
LOCATION:Peabody Institute of Danvers Library\, 15 Sylvan StreetDanvers\, Danvers\, MA\, 01923\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230927T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230927T200000
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SUMMARY:Living Room Conversations: Beverly Village for Living and the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Heathmere and the Beverly Public Library are excited to roll out the first of our fall Living Room Conversations series on Wednesday September 27\, 6:30-8pm\, in the Sohier Room of the Beverly Public Library. We are thrilled to be partnering with Harborlight Homes and Beacon Communities to discuss the new Beverly Village for Living & the Arts that is being developed in the old Briscoe building. We will begin the evening hearing about plans for and progress on the Beverly Village. We will then gather in small\, facilitated dialogue groups to explore in more depth what role affordable housing and the arts can play in building strong communities. We use the Living Room Conversations model to help folks not only dig deeper into the topic at hand\, but also practice speaking in a way that others can listen\, and listen to create mutual understanding and connection. Whether you are a regular attender or a newbie we hope you can join us! Free and open to the public! Questions: info@heathmere.org
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/living-room-conversations-beverly-village-for-living-and-the-arts/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230626T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230626T190000
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SUMMARY:Conversation Table at Beverly Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:Stop by our Conversation Table at the Beverly Farmers’ Market for tips on engaging in challenging conversations. We will have Touchstones\, tips and prompts to share that will help you navigate difficult dialogues. Come alone or bring a friend!
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/conversation-table-at-beverly-farmers-market/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230611T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230611T150000
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SUMMARY:Race Amity North Shore Festival
DESCRIPTION:Heathmere and the Town of Danvers are bringing you a fantastic line-up this year to celebrate and draw awareness to the power of cross-racial friendships to advance racial equity!  \n\n\nAfro-Jazz Vocalist\, Wangari Fahari \n\n\nFlamenco Dancer\, Eve Costarelli \n\n\nDanvers High School Jazz Sextet \n\n\nCross-racial friendship interview with Charlie Desmond & Dave McKenna \n\n\nInteractive Dialogue Exercises \n\n\nPoetry Performances \n\n\nAnd more. . . \n\n\nThis family-friendly event is free and open to all! Come join in the festivities\, Sunday June 11\, 1-3\, on the Lawn of the Peabody Institute Danvers Public Library. \nSupport provided by Danvers Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council
URL:https://heathmere.org/event/race-amity-north-shore-festival/
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