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Join Us - 27th Annual AJC Community Intergroup Seder

  Tuesday, March 31, 2020 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM Mayerson JCC 8485 Ridge Road, Amberley Village (South of Ronald Reagan Highway) AJC Cincinnati cordially invites you and your friends to experience the Ageless Ritual of Passover at our 27th Annual Community Intergroup Seder, Celebrating Freedom for All People. Led by Rabbi Matthew Kraus Interim Director of Undergraduate Studies, Department of Judaic Studies, University of Cincinnati Description: American Jewish Committee (AJC) will celebrate Passover, the festival of freedom, at its 27th annual Community Intergroup Seder. AJC, dedicated to global Jewish advocacy, will host dozens of people from different religious and ethnic backgrounds as they come together to commemorate Passover, the festival of freedom. Rabbi Matthew Kraus, Interim Head, Department of Judaic Studies, University of Cincinnati, will officiate at the popular event. CO-CHAIRS Phyllis Jackson and Chuck Kessel Church groups, high school and college religion classes are especially welcome. Adults $18, high school or college students $8 (Includes lunch) Seating is limited to the first 250 people to reply. RSVP Questions? E-mail cincinnati@ajc.org or call AJC at 513.621.4020.

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YWCA: Real Reads Regional Book Discussion - The Hate U Give

YWCA Greater Cincinnati is partnering with local libraries, bookstores and universities to present community conversations across the Cincinnati region exploring the effects of interpersonal and structural racism on our culture and society. In our efforts to end racial and religious profiling, Real Reads offers an opportunity to read, talk and listen to others, to engage in real talk and connect across differences. Format: Book discussions and film screening with panel discussion. The Hate U Give Join us as we explore Angie Thomas’ bold examination of the complexities of race in America through the story of sixteen-year-old Starr Carter, whose world is shattered when she becomes a key witness in the shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Discussion Dates:March 3, 2020 – 6-8:00 p.m. Covington Library, 502 Scott Blvd, Covington, KY 41011 March 5, 2020 – 6-8:00 p.m. Joseph Beth Bookstore Rookwood, 2692 Madison Road, 45208 March 12, 2020 – 6-8:00 p.m. Forest Park Library, 655 Waycross Road, 45240 March 21, 2020 – 2-4:00 p.m. Joseph Beth Bookstores Rookwood, 2692 Madison Road, 45208 March 28, 2020 – 2-4:00 p.m. North Central Library, 11109 Hamilton Ave, 45231 “The Hate U Give” Film Screening and Panel Discussion: March 31, 2020 – 5:30-8:30 p.m. Xavier’s Gallagher Student Center Arrupe Overlook Want to host your own discussion? This Facilitator’s Guide will help spark the conversation.

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Kids4Peace- Inspiring Hope Fundraiser

I am delighted to invite you and your friends and family to our second annual Inspiring Hope Fundraiser on Sunday, April 5th from 3:00-4:30 p.m. at the Music Resource Center (3032 Woodburn Ave). A lot has happened since last year’s Inspiring Hope event and even more is happening now. We can’t wait to fill you in! Please consider attending the Inspiring Hope Event on April 5th as the youth tell you about what we’ve been up to, where we are headed, and why we need you to be part of the team! Sunday, April 5 Inspiring Hope Fundraiser @ the Music Resource Center 3032 Woodburn Ave Cincinnati, OH 45206 3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. - Registration and mingling 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. - Program and dessert buffet If you plan to attend, please let us know and register via EventBrite at bit.ly/k4p2020hope (or by clicking the blue rectangle above or below:) Peace and love, Adam Hayden Chapter Coordinator Kids4Peace Cincinnati 812-430-4464

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Nominations Now Open & Early-Bird Registration Closing Soon

Award Nominations Now Open & Early-Bird Registration Closing Soon Do you know an individual, organization or business that has achieved significant impact, implemented an innovative program, or demonstrated strong leadership in sustainability? Green Umbrella is now accepting nominations for our 2020 Sustainability Awards to be presented at the Midwest Regional Sustainability Summit on May 1. Winners will be chosen in each category based upon the uniqueness, reach and carbon reduction of their project. Nominations due Friday, March 20. Reminder: Early-bird registration closes on March 15. Secure your spot today. Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are also available.  

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Immigration Advocacy Opportunity

The Supreme Court is currently considering the case for Dreamers (those currently protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program). Concurrently, the House has already passed H.R. 6 which would provide critical permanent legal protection to DACA recipients, and the Senate is considering its partner bill, S. 874, the Dream Act of 2019 (both of which are supported by the US bishops conference). We encourage you to take action, encouraging our Senators to support this legislation. To do so, please click here. We also encourage you to reach out directly to our Senators and ask them to support the bill. You can reach Senator Portman's office at 513.684.3265 and Senator Brown's office at 513.684.1021.

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