Tag: #free
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Reclaiming Wellness: The Intersection of Art and Therapy
Explore the misconceptions around therapy with Black Men Flower Project’s Robert Washington-Vaughns and William C. Jenkins, a practicing therapist and one of the featured models in the Free Our Flowers series.
This conversation will use the lens of art to delve into the the pervasive idea that “therapy is only for crazy people” and address the barriers many men face in accessing mental health resources, including the mistrust bred by negative experiences with the healthcare system.
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Freedom Schools & Beyond: A Social Justice Imperative for Our Time
Join ASALH (the Association for the Study of African-American Life and History) and Dr. Lisa Brock at 10 am on MLK Day for an inspiring vison of the future, honoring the ideals of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and others as a call to action today.
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Nichole Rogers’ State of the District Address
Join City Councilor Nichole Rogers for her first State of the District Address. Expect to reflect on 2024’s accomplishments with Rogers and constituents, and learn highlights of our community’s growth and upcoming initiatives. Together we’ll celebrate the power of collective action and shape our shared future.
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Discussion of MLK’s Letter from Birmingham Jail
The Letter from Birmingham Jail helped to inspire the enactment of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Chris Ulloa Chaves, ED.D. of the University of New Mexico and member presents a 90-minute discussion of the Letter from Birmingham Jail. Bring an open, respectful attitude and desire to learn from all participants’ knowledge and experience.
Zoom only. Registration is required by RSVP to litdialogues@gmail.com.
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Free Our Flowers opening reception
Don’t miss this exhibit of photos celebrating the beauty, resilience, and liberation of Black men and boys. Robert Washington-Vaughns, Executive Director of the Black Men Flower Project, amplifies the voices of Black men and boys and creates spaces where they can be seen, heard, and cared for.
The exhibit will be on display through February 8. The Community Gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5:00. Click HERE for more info on the exhibit and the gallery.
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MonÁxi free concert
Prepare yourself for a unique concert experience that will cleanse you and allow you to reset your vibration. MonÁxi’s name means “Daughter of the Earth” in the Kimbundo dialect. Her music, a unique combination of soulful vocals and rhythms from the Djembé drum, is deeply grounded in her Angolan Motherland.
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Free Pic with St. Nick
FREE photos with Santa! Kids and pets welcome for this special photo op! Mr. Claus will also hand out treats and comfort gifts to pets in the shelter.
While you’re there, look for your next best friend. Adoption fees will be waived on this special day! Each adoption includes spay or neuter, microchip, required vaccinations, and one free initial vet visit. (Dogs also get one free training class.)
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Winter Business Series: Land Access with LandLink
Learn about a variety of aspects of how to make agriculture a viable business with Bernalillo County Cooperative Extension.
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Winter Business Series: Loans, Grants, and Insurance
Learn about a variety of aspects of how to make agriculture a viable business with Bernalillo County Cooperative Extension.
