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SUMMARY:Domestic Violence Awareness Month Candlelight Vigil
DESCRIPTION:Domestic Violence Awareness Month Candlelight Vigil\n \nIn honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month\, HopeWorks of Howard County invites you to our annual Candlelight Vigil. Join us as we acknowledge survivors\, honor the memory of domestic violence victims\, and envision a world free from violence. \n\nDate: October 24\, 2024\nTime: 7pm to 8pm\nVenue: HopeWorks of Howard County: 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Columbia\, MD 21046. (Enter through Suite 100; Training Rooms A&B)\n\nFeatured community speakers will share their experiences\, observations\, and/or reflections on domestic violence: \n\nWanda Wilson\, Survivor Speaker\nEileen Zeller\, Extreme Risk Protection Order Lead for Howard County’s Moms Demand Action\nDetective First Class Alison Falconer\, Howard County Police Department’s Domestic Violence Section\nMichele Beaulieu\, HopeWorks Board President\n\nHopeWorks will also lead the vigil in a reflection activity and candle lighting. We invite you to please wear purple as a symbol of peace\, courage\, survival\, honor\, and personal dedication to domestic violence awareness. \nClick here to RSVP.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/dvam-vigil-2024/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Our Voice,Self-Care & Social Justice,Survivors' Health Project
ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Rain":MAILTO:vrain@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T193232Z
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SUMMARY:HopeWorks Book Club: Cultivating Imagination for Social Justice
DESCRIPTION:HopeWorks Book Club: Cultivating Imagination for Social Justice\nCome chat about literature with the HopeWorks Book Club! By reading across genres and diving into social justice-inspired discussions\, we aim to imagine—and thus\, create—better futures. Join us as we speculate\, critique\, draw connections\, and reimagine.\n \nThe HopeWorks Book Club is intended for adults 18 and over unless noted otherwise. Please be advised that some material may be unsettled or disturbing in nature.\n \nMeeting times and dates: 7pm to 8:30pm ET\, via Zoom  \n\nWed\, October 16\, 2024\nFri\, January 31\, 2025\nWed\, April 30\, 2025\nTues\, July 22\, 2025 \n\nJoin us Wednesday\, October 16\, 7 to 8:30pm ET\, via Zoom as we discuss Skye Falling by Mia McKenzie. Copies of the book can be found at your local library or through Bookshop.org. \nThemes of the book: LGBTQ+ relationships\, complicated family dynamics\, gentrification\, and forgiveness. \nAbout the author: Mia McKenzie is the award-winning author of the novels Skye Falling and The Summer We Got Free\, as well as the collection of essays\, Black Girl Dangerous: On Race\, Queerness\, Class\, and Gender. Mia created BGD\, a popular media website that centers queer/trans writers and readers of color. \nClick here to RSVP!\n  \nDownload HopeWorks Book Club flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/hopeworks-book-club-2024-10-16/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Eunice Braimoh":MAILTO:ebraimoh@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T113000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20240709T194516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T154017Z
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SUMMARY:Where I'm From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)
DESCRIPTION:Where I’m From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)\nA free\, public\, in-person event for adults 55+\n \nPlan time for yourself with a workshop to spark creativity\, community building\, self-reflection\, and fun! The creative process will include the use of music\, television clips\, sharing stories\, and expressive writing as the catalyst to create poetry and a multimedia-art piece. No art or writing experience is needed. Materials are provided. \nThis workshop series meets eight times: Saturdays from July 27 to September 14\, 2024. Each session meets from 10am to 11:30am at the Non-Profit Collaborative of Howard County. \nSession dates: \n\nJuly: 27\nAugust: 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31\nSeptember: 7\, 14\n\nThe program ends with a celebratory event on Saturday\, September 28. \nWhat is “Creative Aging”?\n“Creative Aging” is a national initiative\, to provide older populations with opportunities for artistic expression\, social interaction\, and enhanced mental and physical health through meaningful engagement in the arts.  \nClick here to register!\n  \nDownload Creative Aging Workshop flier. \n  \n 
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/where-im-from-2024-09-28/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Art Works @ HopeWorks,Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T113000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20240709T194516Z
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SUMMARY:Where I'm From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)
DESCRIPTION:Where I’m From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)\nA free\, public\, in-person event for adults 55+\n \nPlan time for yourself with a workshop to spark creativity\, community building\, self-reflection\, and fun! The creative process will include the use of music\, television clips\, sharing stories\, and expressive writing as the catalyst to create poetry and a multimedia-art piece. No art or writing experience is needed. Materials are provided. \nThis workshop series meets eight times: Saturdays from July 27 to September 14\, 2024. Each session meets from 10am to 11:30am at the Non-Profit Collaborative of Howard County. \nSession dates: \n\nJuly: 27\nAugust: 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31\nSeptember: 7\, 14\n\nThe program ends with a celebratory event on Saturday\, September 28. \nWhat is “Creative Aging”?\n“Creative Aging” is a national initiative\, to provide older populations with opportunities for artistic expression\, social interaction\, and enhanced mental and physical health through meaningful engagement in the arts.  \nClick here to register!\n  \nDownload Creative Aging Workshop flier. \n  \n 
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/where-im-from-2024-09-14/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Art Works @ HopeWorks,Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T113000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20240709T194516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T154015Z
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SUMMARY:Where I'm From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)
DESCRIPTION:Where I’m From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)\nA free\, public\, in-person event for adults 55+\n \nPlan time for yourself with a workshop to spark creativity\, community building\, self-reflection\, and fun! The creative process will include the use of music\, television clips\, sharing stories\, and expressive writing as the catalyst to create poetry and a multimedia-art piece. No art or writing experience is needed. Materials are provided. \nThis workshop series meets eight times: Saturdays from July 27 to September 14\, 2024. Each session meets from 10am to 11:30am at the Non-Profit Collaborative of Howard County. \nSession dates: \n\nJuly: 27\nAugust: 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31\nSeptember: 7\, 14\n\nThe program ends with a celebratory event on Saturday\, September 28. \nWhat is “Creative Aging”?\n“Creative Aging” is a national initiative\, to provide older populations with opportunities for artistic expression\, social interaction\, and enhanced mental and physical health through meaningful engagement in the arts.  \nClick here to register!\n  \nDownload Creative Aging Workshop flier. \n  \n 
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/where-im-from-2024-09-07/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Art Works @ HopeWorks,Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240902
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20240717T192349Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Leadership Project Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:  \nYouth Leadership Project Application Deadline: \nApplications for the Youth Leadership Project are due September 1\, 11:59pm ET. \nFor more information about the program and its requirements\, visit the HopeWorks Youth Leadership Project page. \nTo apply\, download the 2024/2025 Youth Leadership Project flier and submit your completed application to Victoria Rain at vrain@hopeworksofhc.org. \n  \n 
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/ylpapp25/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice,Youth Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Rain":MAILTO:vrain@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T113000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20240709T194516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T154014Z
UID:13090-1725098400-1725103800@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Where I'm From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)
DESCRIPTION:Where I’m From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)\nA free\, public\, in-person event for adults 55+\n \nPlan time for yourself with a workshop to spark creativity\, community building\, self-reflection\, and fun! The creative process will include the use of music\, television clips\, sharing stories\, and expressive writing as the catalyst to create poetry and a multimedia-art piece. No art or writing experience is needed. Materials are provided. \nThis workshop series meets eight times: Saturdays from July 27 to September 14\, 2024. Each session meets from 10am to 11:30am at the Non-Profit Collaborative of Howard County. \nSession dates: \n\nJuly: 27\nAugust: 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31\nSeptember: 7\, 14\n\nThe program ends with a celebratory event on Saturday\, September 28. \nWhat is “Creative Aging”?\n“Creative Aging” is a national initiative\, to provide older populations with opportunities for artistic expression\, social interaction\, and enhanced mental and physical health through meaningful engagement in the arts.  \nClick here to register!\n  \nDownload Creative Aging Workshop flier. \n  \n 
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/where-im-from-2024-08-31/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Art Works @ HopeWorks,Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T113000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20240709T194516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T154013Z
UID:13089-1724493600-1724499000@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Where I'm From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)
DESCRIPTION:Where I’m From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)\nA free\, public\, in-person event for adults 55+\n \nPlan time for yourself with a workshop to spark creativity\, community building\, self-reflection\, and fun! The creative process will include the use of music\, television clips\, sharing stories\, and expressive writing as the catalyst to create poetry and a multimedia-art piece. No art or writing experience is needed. Materials are provided. \nThis workshop series meets eight times: Saturdays from July 27 to September 14\, 2024. Each session meets from 10am to 11:30am at the Non-Profit Collaborative of Howard County. \nSession dates: \n\nJuly: 27\nAugust: 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31\nSeptember: 7\, 14\n\nThe program ends with a celebratory event on Saturday\, September 28. \nWhat is “Creative Aging”?\n“Creative Aging” is a national initiative\, to provide older populations with opportunities for artistic expression\, social interaction\, and enhanced mental and physical health through meaningful engagement in the arts.  \nClick here to register!\n  \nDownload Creative Aging Workshop flier. \n  \n 
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/where-im-from-2024-08-24/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Art Works @ HopeWorks,Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T113000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20240709T194516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T154012Z
UID:13088-1723888800-1723894200@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Where I'm From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)
DESCRIPTION:Where I’m From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)\nA free\, public\, in-person event for adults 55+\n \nPlan time for yourself with a workshop to spark creativity\, community building\, self-reflection\, and fun! The creative process will include the use of music\, television clips\, sharing stories\, and expressive writing as the catalyst to create poetry and a multimedia-art piece. No art or writing experience is needed. Materials are provided. \nThis workshop series meets eight times: Saturdays from July 27 to September 14\, 2024. Each session meets from 10am to 11:30am at the Non-Profit Collaborative of Howard County. \nSession dates: \n\nJuly: 27\nAugust: 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31\nSeptember: 7\, 14\n\nThe program ends with a celebratory event on Saturday\, September 28. \nWhat is “Creative Aging”?\n“Creative Aging” is a national initiative\, to provide older populations with opportunities for artistic expression\, social interaction\, and enhanced mental and physical health through meaningful engagement in the arts.  \nClick here to register!\n  \nDownload Creative Aging Workshop flier. \n  \n 
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/where-im-from-2024-08-17/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Art Works @ HopeWorks,Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T113000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20240709T194516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T154011Z
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SUMMARY:Where I'm From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)
DESCRIPTION:Where I’m From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)\nA free\, public\, in-person event for adults 55+\n \nPlan time for yourself with a workshop to spark creativity\, community building\, self-reflection\, and fun! The creative process will include the use of music\, television clips\, sharing stories\, and expressive writing as the catalyst to create poetry and a multimedia-art piece. No art or writing experience is needed. Materials are provided. \nThis workshop series meets eight times: Saturdays from July 27 to September 14\, 2024. Each session meets from 10am to 11:30am at the Non-Profit Collaborative of Howard County. \nSession dates: \n\nJuly: 27\nAugust: 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31\nSeptember: 7\, 14\n\nThe program ends with a celebratory event on Saturday\, September 28. \nWhat is “Creative Aging”?\n“Creative Aging” is a national initiative\, to provide older populations with opportunities for artistic expression\, social interaction\, and enhanced mental and physical health through meaningful engagement in the arts.  \nClick here to register!\n  \nDownload Creative Aging Workshop flier. \n  \n 
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/where-im-from-2024-08-10/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Art Works @ HopeWorks,Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T113000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20240709T194516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T154010Z
UID:13086-1722679200-1722684600@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Where I'm From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)
DESCRIPTION:Where I’m From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)\nA free\, public\, in-person event for adults 55+\n \nPlan time for yourself with a workshop to spark creativity\, community building\, self-reflection\, and fun! The creative process will include the use of music\, television clips\, sharing stories\, and expressive writing as the catalyst to create poetry and a multimedia-art piece. No art or writing experience is needed. Materials are provided. \nThis workshop series meets eight times: Saturdays from July 27 to September 14\, 2024. Each session meets from 10am to 11:30am at the Non-Profit Collaborative of Howard County. \nSession dates: \n\nJuly: 27\nAugust: 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31\nSeptember: 7\, 14\n\nThe program ends with a celebratory event on Saturday\, September 28. \nWhat is “Creative Aging”?\n“Creative Aging” is a national initiative\, to provide older populations with opportunities for artistic expression\, social interaction\, and enhanced mental and physical health through meaningful engagement in the arts.  \nClick here to register!\n  \nDownload Creative Aging Workshop flier. \n  \n 
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/where-im-from-2024-08-03/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Art Works @ HopeWorks,Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T113000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20240709T194516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T154009Z
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SUMMARY:Where I'm From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)
DESCRIPTION:Where I’m From: Celebrating Life & Community (A Creative Aging Workshop Series)\nA free\, public\, in-person event for adults 55+\n \nPlan time for yourself with a workshop to spark creativity\, community building\, self-reflection\, and fun! The creative process will include the use of music\, television clips\, sharing stories\, and expressive writing as the catalyst to create poetry and a multimedia-art piece. No art or writing experience is needed. Materials are provided. \nThis workshop series meets eight times: Saturdays from July 27 to September 14\, 2024. Each session meets from 10am to 11:30am at the Non-Profit Collaborative of Howard County. \nSession dates: \n\nJuly: 27\nAugust: 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31\nSeptember: 7\, 14\n\nThe program ends with a celebratory event on Saturday\, September 28. \nWhat is “Creative Aging”?\n“Creative Aging” is a national initiative\, to provide older populations with opportunities for artistic expression\, social interaction\, and enhanced mental and physical health through meaningful engagement in the arts.  \nClick here to register!\n  \nDownload Creative Aging Workshop flier. \n  \n 
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/where-im-from/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Art Works @ HopeWorks,Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20240524T211317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T211317Z
UID:13023-1719064800-1719072000@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Restoration: a chronic pain peer support & education group
DESCRIPTION:This self-help group is designed to support people who suffer from chronic pain (pain that continues longer than six months and is not completely relieved by medication or medical treatment) by offering ways to reduce the impact pain has on their working and personal lives. \nAnyone living with chronic pain is welcome to attend! Participation is free\, but pre-registration is required. \nSessions will include community building\, guided discussion\, guest speakers\, and creative activities. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/restoration-june2024/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Health Initiatives,Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Rain":MAILTO:vrain@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20240513T212227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T212227Z
UID:13015-1718910000-1718917200@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Dragonfly The Poetry Reading & Gallery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Art Reveals…Art Heals…Art Transforms!\nJoin us as we celebrate the 2024 publication of Dragonfly arts magazine by bringing together incredible artists\, poets and musicians for an evening of sharing\, connection and joy! \nThere will be a poetry reading\, gallery walk and for the first time featured musicians! \nAll of our incredible artists offer reflections on life\, love\, trauma\, justice\, renewal\, and hope. \nThis FREE in-person evening provides a dynamic opportunity to experience the power of words and the vital role that the arts provide in promoting healing\, awareness\, and change. \nClick Here to RSVP\nWho is eligible to read their work? \nPoets who have been published in any issue of the Dragonfly Arts Magazine are eligible to read at the event. Register to read or RSVP your attendance by emailing ljohn@hopeworksofhc.org. Please indicate your name\, title\, and the year it was published in Dragonfly. \nOpen Mic \nIf time permits\, the general public may have the opportunity to read as part of a poetry open mic following the Dragonfly Poetry Reading and Gallery Walk. Sign-up for the open mic will be at the time of the event. Work must be related to the magazine’s themes of relationships\, love\, self-esteem\, trauma\, social justice\, hope\, or the process of self-renewal. \nPlease be advised that some material may be unsettling or disturbing in nature. \nDragonfly Arts Magazine is made possible by the Howard County Arts Council through a grant from the Howard County Government. \nDownload: Dragonfly The Poetry Reading & Gallery Walk 2024 Flier
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/dragonfly-poetry-reading-2024/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T180000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20230831T175202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T161113Z
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SUMMARY:Thriving Together: Survivors' Mental Health Awareness & Well-Being Group
DESCRIPTION:Sessions feature expressive-arts activities\, self-care practices\, relaxation techniques\, and guest speakers. \nTrauma\, whether physical\, emotional\, verbal\, or sexual\, can have long-term effects on mental health. People who have experienced abuse or other trauma have a higher risk of developing a mental health condition\, including depression\, anxiety\, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). \nDuring Thriving Together\, survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence explore ways to live well\, be informed self-advocates\, address stigma\, and the health disparities that can challenge our well-being. \n  \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/thriving-together-survivors-mental-health-awareness-well-being-group-5/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20230831T174809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T164000Z
UID:12751-1712397600-1712404800@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Thriving Together: Survivors' Mental Health Awareness & Well-Being Group
DESCRIPTION:Sessions feature expressive-arts activities\, self-care practices\, relaxation techniques\, and guest speakers. \nTrauma\, whether physical\, emotional\, verbal\, or sexual\, can have long-term effects on mental health. People who have experienced abuse or other trauma have a higher risk of developing a mental health condition\, including depression\, anxiety\, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). \nDuring Thriving Together\, survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence explore ways to live well\, be informed self-advocates\, address stigma\, and the health disparities that can challenge our well-being. \n  \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/thriving-together-survivors-mental-health-awareness-well-being-group-4/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20230831T174641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T174641Z
UID:12750-1707559200-1707566400@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Thriving Together: Survivors' Mental Health Awareness & Well-Being Group
DESCRIPTION:Sessions feature expressive-arts activities\, self-care practices\, relaxation techniques\, and guest speakers. \nTrauma\, whether physical\, emotional\, verbal\, or sexual\, can have long-term effects on mental health. People who have experienced abuse or other trauma have a higher risk of developing a mental health condition\, including depression\, anxiety\, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). \nDuring Thriving Together\, survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence explore ways to live well\, be informed self-advocates\, address stigma\, and the health disparities that can challenge our well-being. \n  \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/thriving-together-survivors-mental-health-awareness-well-being-group-3/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20231215T204738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T204738Z
UID:12888-1706360400-1706367600@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Family Care: Preparing for Pregnancy & Parenthood
DESCRIPTION:  \nHopeWorks’ envisions a world of interconnected people and communities actively working toward a society where all people are safe and valued and where everyone can reach their full potential. \nHowever\, from poverty to health-care disparities\, families are facing increasing challenges to this vision of peace. During HopeWorks’ “Family Care Events” we explore and address issues that affect the physical and emotional wellbeing of households and contribute to the root causes of violence – in all its forms. \nPlease plan to join us on Saturday\, January 27\, 2024\, from 1pm to 3pm for our first Family Care event: Preparing for Pregnancy & Parenthood. \nThis workshop is appropriate for pregnant people\, those considering pregnancy\, parents\, family members and professionals who work with people during the perinatal period. \nPreparing for Pregnancy & Parenthood will be facilitated by Megan Williams\, MSPH\, a member of HopeWorks’ Health Advisory Board and founder of Peaceful Perinatal. \nWorkshop topics will include: \n\n     taking care of yourself during pregnancy\n     labor and birth considerations\n     ways to promote positive childhood experiences and development\n\nAbout Peaceful Perinatal \nMegan Williams is a certified lactation counselor\, educator\, child health researcher\, and advocate for trauma survivors. She cares deeply about perinatal care\, LGBTQ+ health\, trauma healing\, and reproductive justice. \nMegan is the first lactation professional to be certified to offer the Survivor Moms’ Companion (SMC) program and is the only SMC tutor in the DC/Maryland area. Her SMC program is available through HopeWorks’ Survivors Health Project. If you or a client would like to participate in a Survivors Moms’ Companion program\, please contact Vanita Leatherwood\, Director of Community Engagement at vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org \n  \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/family-care-preparing-for-pregnancy-parenthood/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20231130T160821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T160821Z
UID:12878-1704535200-1704542400@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:LOVED: A Survivor Self-Care Circle for Black Women
DESCRIPTION:In LOVED: A Survivor Self-care Circle for Black Women\, we address “triple jeopardy;” the exploitation and oppression experienced by survivors who are Black women. Through engaging and creative activities\, we cultivate self-love\, beloved community\, and strategies to address the root causes of violence. Sessions feature the use of transformative language arts techniques\, creative expression\, guided discussions\, seminars\, and guest speakers. \nThis session will be virtual. \nLOVED is supported by a grant from the Horizon Foundation. \n  \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/loved-a-survivor-self-care-circle-for-black-women-6/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20230831T174506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T210409Z
UID:12749-1702116000-1702123200@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Thriving Together: Survivors' Mental Health Awareness & Well-Being Group
DESCRIPTION:Sessions feature expressive-arts activities\, self-care practices\, relaxation techniques\, and guest speakers. \nHopeWorks’ survivor’s mental health awareness and wellbeing group\, Thriving Together\, is excited to host “Finding Joy While Living with Chronic Pain” with special guest Dr. Melissa Geraghty\, Psy.D.\, from the U.S. Pain Foundation. \nLiving with chronic pain presents unique challenges that can impact various aspects of life\, from physical well-being to emotional resilience. This presentation aims to offer a fresh perspective on navigating the complex landscape of chronic pain by delving into the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).  We will explore key concepts from ACT\, emphasizing mindfulness\, acceptance\, and the importance of aligning actions with deeply held values. \nThe event will be held on Saturday\, December 9\, 2023\, from 10am to Noon via Zoom. This is a free presentation\, but registration is required. \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Melissa Geraghty\, Psy.D. is the Director of Mental Health and Support at the U.S. Pain Foundation. She is also a Licensed Clinical Health Psychologist\, CEO of Phoenix Rising with Dr. G\, Stanford Trained Empowered Relief Instructor™\, and a Medical Gaslighting Sensitivity Trainer. Dr. Geraghty has received recognition for her clinical excellence and patient advocacy as a Keynote and International speaker. She has well over a decade of experience fostering the mental health\, self-management\, and perseverance of patients and their families. Dr. Geraghty specializes in chronic pain\, complex medical\, and eating disorders. She inspires others with her resilience and grit as a chronic pain and rare disease patient. \n  \nClick Here to Register!\nClick here to download the event flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/thriving-together-survivors-mental-health-awareness-well-being-group-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20230831T174354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T174354Z
UID:12748-1697277600-1697284800@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Thriving Together: Survivors' Mental Health Awareness & Well-Being Group
DESCRIPTION:Sessions feature expressive-arts activities\, self-care practices\, relaxation techniques\, and guest speakers. \nTrauma\, whether physical\, emotional\, verbal\, or sexual\, can have long-term effects on mental health. People who have experienced abuse or other trauma have a higher risk of developing a mental health condition\, including depression\, anxiety\, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). \nDuring Thriving Together\, survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence explore ways to live well\, be informed self-advocates\, address stigma\, and the health disparities that can challenge our well-being. \n  \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/thriving-together-survivors-mental-health-awareness-well-being-group/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T150000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20230324T154509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T193709Z
UID:12567-1686999600-1687014000@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Unapologetic: A 6-Week Workshop Series for LGBTQ+ Folks
DESCRIPTION:  \nHopeWorks of Howard County is a domestic violence and rape crisis agency. HopeWorks envisions a world of interconnected people and communities actively working towards a society where all people are safe and valued and where everyone can reach their full potential. One of the ways we work towards this vision is through our involvement with the arts and humanities. \nThis May\, the Self-Care & Social Justice programs will launch a free workshop series titled\, “Unapologetic: Using Arts and Humanities to Explore Revolution and Oppression.” The Unapologetic Workshop Series will provide 15-20 LGBTQ+ identified adults with an opportunity to participate in six sessions exploring visual arts\, performing arts\, history\, literature\, and the healing arts. Participants will dialogue with artists and scholars\, engage with herbalist and body workers\, create visual and language art projects all reflecting on queer and trans identity and liberation. They will reflect on ideas around body liberation\, healing intergenerational trauma\, myths and migration\, and more through group discussions\, writing journal entries\, and creating visual artwork. \nThe goal of the Unapologetic Workshop Series is three-fold: \na)       To catalyze individual and communal learning\, voice\, action and healing\,\nb)      To increase access to the arts and humanities\, particularly for LGBTQ+ folks\, people of color\, educationally underserved adults\, and those who have experience oppression\, and\nc)       Encourage a life-long engagement with the arts and humanities. \nAbout Unapologetic: \nUnapologetic is a free six week workshop series held in-person at HopeWorks of Howard County’s main office 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 300 Columbia\, MD 21046 OR at the Community Ecology Institute at the Free Town Farm at 800 Harriet Tubman Lane\, Columbia\, MD 21044. Participants must identify as LGBTQ+ and people of color are highly recommended to apply. Light meal and/or snacks will be provided at each workshop session as well as a journal for folks to use and keep throughout the series. Artists\, scholars\, and creatives will be brought in for session for participates to engage with. Session might include film screenings and discussions\, herbalism and body work arts\, printmaking\, zine making\, and drag performances. \nWorkshop Dates: Thursdays and Saturdays—May 2023- June 2023 (topics are subject to change). Click the dates to learn more about each session and our guest artists. \nThursday\, May 11\, 2023: 6-8:30– Introductions/ Exploring queer & trans liberation\nThursday\, May 18\, 2023: 6-8:30pm– Drag Mythology and Migration with Kamani Sutra\nSaturday\, May 27\, 2023: 11-3pm– Rebel Dykes Film Screening and Discussion\nThursday\, June 1\, 2023: 6-8:30pm– Reclaiming Your Queer Body oil blend making with Seven Dreams Ceremony\nSaturday\, June 10\, 2023: 11-3pm–  “Coming Home” breathwork-meditation-yoga workshop with Magenta\nSaturday\, June 17\, 2023: 11-3pm– Printmaking as Resistance: In this “Printmaking as Resistance” workshop\, folks will learn about the history of printmaking as a tool for social justice and liberation specifically for LGBTQ+ and the Global Majority (people of color)\, learn about the fundamentals of block printing/ linocut\, have time to design and draw your own queer/trans liberation design\, carve\, and print design using a portable printing press! \nParticipants must be able to attend all workshop dates\, identify as LGBTQ+ and fill out an application and be able to meet for 15 min. via phone/zoom for a brief interview.  \n  \nClick Here to Apply!\n  \nClick here for a shareable flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/unapologetic-a-6-week-workshop-series-for-lgbtq-folks-2023-06-17/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="MC Carey":MAILTO:mcarey@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T150000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20230324T154509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T193619Z
UID:12566-1686394800-1686409200@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Unapologetic: A 6-Week Workshop Series for LGBTQ+ Folks
DESCRIPTION:  \nHopeWorks of Howard County is a domestic violence and rape crisis agency. HopeWorks envisions a world of interconnected people and communities actively working towards a society where all people are safe and valued and where everyone can reach their full potential. One of the ways we work towards this vision is through our involvement with the arts and humanities. \nThis May\, the Self-Care & Social Justice programs will launch a free workshop series titled\, “Unapologetic: Using Arts and Humanities to Explore Revolution and Oppression.” The Unapologetic Workshop Series will provide 15-20 LGBTQ+ identified adults with an opportunity to participate in six sessions exploring visual arts\, performing arts\, history\, literature\, and the healing arts. Participants will dialogue with artists and scholars\, engage with herbalist and body workers\, create visual and language art projects all reflecting on queer and trans identity and liberation. They will reflect on ideas around body liberation\, healing intergenerational trauma\, myths and migration\, and more through group discussions\, writing journal entries\, and creating visual artwork. \nThe goal of the Unapologetic Workshop Series is three-fold: \na)       To catalyze individual and communal learning\, voice\, action and healing\,\nb)      To increase access to the arts and humanities\, particularly for LGBTQ+ folks\, people of color\, educationally underserved adults\, and those who have experience oppression\, and\nc)       Encourage a life-long engagement with the arts and humanities. \nAbout Unapologetic: \nUnapologetic is a free six week workshop series held in-person at HopeWorks of Howard County’s main office 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 300 Columbia\, MD 21046 OR at the Community Ecology Institute at the Free Town Farm at 800 Harriet Tubman Lane\, Columbia\, MD 21044. Participants must identify as LGBTQ+ and people of color are highly recommended to apply. Light meal and/or snacks will be provided at each workshop session as well as a journal for folks to use and keep throughout the series. Artists\, scholars\, and creatives will be brought in for session for participates to engage with. Session might include film screenings and discussions\, herbalism and body work arts\, printmaking\, zine making\, and drag performances. \nWorkshop Dates: Thursdays and Saturdays—May 2023- June 2023 (topics are subject to change). Click the dates to learn more about each session and our guest artists. \nThursday\, May 11\, 2023: 6-8:30– Introductions/ Exploring queer & trans liberation\nThursday\, May 18\, 2023: 6-8:30pm– Drag Mythology and Migration with Kamani Sutra\nSaturday\, May 27\, 2023: 11-3pm– Rebel Dykes Film Screening and Discussion\nThursday\, June 1\, 2023: 6-8:30pm– Reclaiming Your Queer Body oil blend making with Seven Dreams Ceremony\nSaturday\, June 10\, 2023: 11-3pm–  “Coming Home” breathwork-meditation-yoga workshop with Magenta: Coming Home is a yoga & meditation workshop that invites you to explore what it means to come home to yourself. Magenta will offer a guided meditation\, then a relaxed pace\, full body yoga flow\, focused on reconnecting to the mind\, body\, and spirit. This workshop will also include opportunity for introspection/ journaling\, elements of sound healing\, and connection with others. All are welcome regardless of experience with meditation & yoga.\nSaturday\, June 17\, 2023: 11-3pm– Printmaking as Resistance \nParticipants must be able to attend all workshop dates\, identify as LGBTQ+ and fill out an application and be able to meet for 15 min. via phone/zoom for a brief interview.  \n  \nClick Here to Apply!\n  \nClick here for a shareable flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/unapologetic-a-6-week-workshop-series-for-lgbtq-folks-2023-06-10/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="MC Carey":MAILTO:mcarey@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20230324T154509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T193507Z
UID:12565-1685642400-1685651400@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Unapologetic: A 6-Week Workshop Series for LGBTQ+ Folks
DESCRIPTION:  \nHopeWorks of Howard County is a domestic violence and rape crisis agency. HopeWorks envisions a world of interconnected people and communities actively working towards a society where all people are safe and valued and where everyone can reach their full potential. One of the ways we work towards this vision is through our involvement with the arts and humanities. \nThis May\, the Self-Care & Social Justice programs will launch a free workshop series titled\, “Unapologetic: Using Arts and Humanities to Explore Revolution and Oppression.” The Unapologetic Workshop Series will provide 15-20 LGBTQ+ identified adults with an opportunity to participate in six sessions exploring visual arts\, performing arts\, history\, literature\, and the healing arts. Participants will dialogue with artists and scholars\, engage with herbalist and body workers\, create visual and language art projects all reflecting on queer and trans identity and liberation. They will reflect on ideas around body liberation\, healing intergenerational trauma\, myths and migration\, and more through group discussions\, writing journal entries\, and creating visual artwork. \nThe goal of the Unapologetic Workshop Series is three-fold: \na)       To catalyze individual and communal learning\, voice\, action and healing\,\nb)      To increase access to the arts and humanities\, particularly for LGBTQ+ folks\, people of color\, educationally underserved adults\, and those who have experience oppression\, and\nc)       Encourage a life-long engagement with the arts and humanities. \nAbout Unapologetic: \nUnapologetic is a free six week workshop series held in-person at HopeWorks of Howard County’s main office 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 300 Columbia\, MD 21046 OR at the Community Ecology Institute at the Free Town Farm at 800 Harriet Tubman Lane\, Columbia\, MD 21044. Participants must identify as LGBTQ+ and people of color are highly recommended to apply. Light meal and/or snacks will be provided at each workshop session as well as a journal for folks to use and keep throughout the series. Artists\, scholars\, and creatives will be brought in for session for participates to engage with. Session might include film screenings and discussions\, herbalism and body work arts\, printmaking\, zine making\, and drag performances. \nWorkshop Dates: Thursdays and Saturdays—May 2023- June 2023 (topics are subject to change). Click the dates to learn more about each session and our guest artists. \nThursday\, May 11\, 2023: 6-8:30– Introductions/ Exploring queer & trans liberation\nThursday\, May 18\, 2023: 6-8:30pm– Drag Mythology and Migration with Kamani Sutra\nSaturday\, May 27\, 2023: 11-3pm– Rebel Dykes Film Screening and Discussion\nThursday\, June 1\, 2023: 6-8:30pm– Reclaiming Your Queer Body oil blend making with Seven Dreams Ceremony: In TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) Spring rules the functions of our bodily systems that are responsible for cleaning\, filtering\, and expelling toxins. Spring takes a particular interest in the kidneys\, liver\, gallbladder\, skin\, and our channel systems. You will craft your own Bath Tea with plants\, clays\, salts\, and essential oils that intuitively call to you. In the first half of the class we will go over the properties and benefits of each ingredient\, and in the second half of the class you will build two of your own Bath Teas. \nSaturday\, June 10\, 2023: 11-3pm–  “Coming Home” breathwork-meditation-yoga workshop with Magenta\nSaturday\, June 17\, 2023: 11-3pm– Printmaking as Resistance \nParticipants must be able to attend all workshop dates\, identify as LGBTQ+ and fill out an application and be able to meet for 15 min. via phone/zoom for a brief interview.  \n  \nClick Here to Apply!\n  \nClick here for a shareable flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/unapologetic-a-6-week-workshop-series-for-lgbtq-folks-2023-06-01/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="MC Carey":MAILTO:mcarey@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T150000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20230324T154509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T193410Z
UID:12564-1685185200-1685199600@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Unapologetic: A 6-Week Workshop Series for LGBTQ+ Folks
DESCRIPTION:HopeWorks of Howard County is a domestic violence and rape crisis agency. HopeWorks envisions a world of interconnected people and communities actively working towards a society where all people are safe and valued and where everyone can reach their full potential. One of the ways we work towards this vision is through our involvement with the arts and humanities. \nThis May\, the Self-Care & Social Justice programs will launch a free workshop series titled\, “Unapologetic: Using Arts and Humanities to Explore Revolution and Oppression.” The Unapologetic Workshop Series will provide 15-20 LGBTQ+ identified adults with an opportunity to participate in six sessions exploring visual arts\, performing arts\, history\, literature\, and the healing arts. Participants will dialogue with artists and scholars\, engage with herbalist and body workers\, create visual and language art projects all reflecting on queer and trans identity and liberation. They will reflect on ideas around body liberation\, healing intergenerational trauma\, myths and migration\, and more through group discussions\, writing journal entries\, and creating visual artwork. \nThe goal of the Unapologetic Workshop Series is three-fold: \na)       To catalyze individual and communal learning\, voice\, action and healing\,\nb)      To increase access to the arts and humanities\, particularly for LGBTQ+ folks\, people of color\, educationally underserved adults\, and those who have experience oppression\, and\nc)       Encourage a life-long engagement with the arts and humanities. \nAbout Unapologetic: \nUnapologetic is a free six week workshop series held in-person at HopeWorks of Howard County’s main office 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 300 Columbia\, MD 21046 OR at the Community Ecology Institute at the Free Town Farm at 800 Harriet Tubman Lane\, Columbia\, MD 21044. Participants must identify as LGBTQ+ and people of color are highly recommended to apply. Light meal and/or snacks will be provided at each workshop session as well as a journal for folks to use and keep throughout the series. Artists\, scholars\, and creatives will be brought in for session for participates to engage with. Session might include film screenings and discussions\, herbalism and body work arts\, printmaking\, zine making\, and drag performances. \nWorkshop Dates: Thursdays and Saturdays—May 2023- June 2023 (topics are subject to change). Click the dates to learn more about each session and our guest artists. \nThursday\, May 11\, 2023: 6-8:30– Introductions/ Exploring queer & trans liberation\nThursday\, May 18\, 2023: 6-8:30pm– Drag Mythology and Migration with Kamani Sutra\nSaturday\, May 27\, 2023: 11-3pm– Rebel Dykes Film Screening and Discussion: The story of a community of women in 1980s post-punk London who met doing art\, music\, politics and sex\, and how they went on to change their world by becoming artists\, performers\, musicians and activists.\nThursday\, June 1\, 2023: 6-8:30pm– Reclaiming Your Queer Body oil blend making with Seven Dreams Ceremony\nSaturday\, June 10\, 2023: 11-3pm–  “Coming Home” breathwork-meditation-yoga workshop with Magenta\nSaturday\, June 17\, 2023: 11-3pm– Printmaking as Resistance \nParticipants must be able to attend all workshop dates\, identify as LGBTQ+ and fill out an application and be able to meet for 15 min. via phone/zoom for a brief interview.  \n  \nClick Here to Apply!\n  \nClick here for a shareable flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/unapologetic-a-6-week-workshop-series-for-lgbtq-folks-2023-05-27/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="MC Carey":MAILTO:mcarey@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20210826T154353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T160420Z
UID:12272-1684576800-1684584000@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:LOVED: A Survivor Self-Care Circle for Black Women
DESCRIPTION:  \nAddressing Intersections of Oppression & Healing \nJoin HopeWorks as we address “triple jeopardy”: the exploitation and oppression experienced by survivors who are black women. Through engaging and creative activities\, we cultivate self-love\, sustained acceptance and affirmation\, beloved community\, and strategies to address the root causes of violence. \nSessions feature expressive-arts techniques\, guided discussions\, seminars\, and guest speakers. Typically the group will meet on the fourth Saturday of the month from 10am to noon. Sessions will be held via Zoom until Spring 2023. \nClick Here to Register!\nClick here for our flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/loved-a-survivor-self-care-circle-for-black-women-2022-05-21-2023-05-20/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260626T142806
CREATED:20230324T154509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T193250Z
UID:12563-1684432800-1684441800@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:Unapologetic: A 6-Week Workshop Series for LGBTQ+ Folks
DESCRIPTION:HopeWorks of Howard County is a domestic violence and rape crisis agency. HopeWorks envisions a world of interconnected people and communities actively working towards a society where all people are safe and valued and where everyone can reach their full potential. One of the ways we work towards this vision is through our involvement with the arts and humanities. \nThis May\, the Self-Care & Social Justice programs will launch a free workshop series titled\, “Unapologetic: Using Arts and Humanities to Explore Revolution and Oppression.” The Unapologetic Workshop Series will provide 15-20 LGBTQ+ identified adults with an opportunity to participate in six sessions exploring visual arts\, performing arts\, history\, literature\, and the healing arts. Participants will dialogue with artists and scholars\, engage with herbalist and body workers\, create visual and language art projects all reflecting on queer and trans identity and liberation. They will reflect on ideas around body liberation\, healing intergenerational trauma\, myths and migration\, and more through group discussions\, writing journal entries\, and creating visual artwork. \nThe goal of the Unapologetic Workshop Series is three-fold: \na)       To catalyze individual and communal learning\, voice\, action and healing\,\nb)      To increase access to the arts and humanities\, particularly for LGBTQ+ folks\, people of color\, educationally underserved adults\, and those who have experience oppression\, and\nc)       Encourage a life-long engagement with the arts and humanities. \nAbout Unapologetic: \nUnapologetic is a free six week workshop series held in-person at HopeWorks of Howard County’s main office 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 300 Columbia\, MD 21046 OR at the Community Ecology Institute at the Free Town Farm at 800 Harriet Tubman Lane\, Columbia\, MD 21044. Participants must identify as LGBTQ+ and people of color are highly recommended to apply. Light meal and/or snacks will be provided at each workshop session as well as a journal for folks to use and keep throughout the series. Artists\, scholars\, and creatives will be brought in for session for participates to engage with. Session might include film screenings and discussions\, herbalism and body work arts\, printmaking\, zine making\, and drag performances. \nWorkshop Dates: Thursdays and Saturdays—May 2023- June 2023 (topics are subject to change). Click the dates to learn more about each session and our guest artists. \nThursday\, May 11\, 2023: 6-8:30– Introductions/ Exploring queer & trans liberation\nThursday\, May 18\, 2023: 6-8:30pm– Drag Mythology and Migration with Kamani Sutra: The workshop is a cabaret-style\, one-person show that blends storytelling\, drag performance\, dance\, and video to weave together milestones in Kamani Sutra’s story of discovering their femininity while being an adult immigrant to the United States.\nSaturday\, May 27\, 2023: 11-3pm– Rebel Dykes Film Screening and Discussion\nThursday\, June 1\, 2023: 6-8:30pm– Reclaiming Your Queer Body oil blend making with Seven Dreams Ceremony\nSaturday\, June 10\, 2023: 11-3pm–  “Coming Home” breathwork-meditation-yoga workshop with Magenta\nSaturday\, June 17\, 2023: 11-3pm– Printmaking as Resistance \nParticipants must be able to attend all workshop dates\, identify as LGBTQ+ and fill out an application and be able to meet for 15 min. via phone/zoom for a brief interview.  \n  \nClick Here to Apply!\n  \nClick here for a shareable flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/unapologetic-a-6-week-workshop-series-for-lgbtq-folks-2023-05-18/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="MC Carey":MAILTO:mcarey@hopeworksofhc.org
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SUMMARY:Unapologetic: A 6-Week Workshop Series for LGBTQ+ Folks
DESCRIPTION:  \nHopeWorks of Howard County is a domestic violence and rape crisis agency. HopeWorks envisions a world of interconnected people and communities actively working towards a society where all people are safe and valued and where everyone can reach their full potential. One of the ways we work towards this vision is through our involvement with the arts and humanities. \nThis May\, the Self-Care & Social Justice programs will launch a free workshop series titled\, “Unapologetic: Using Arts and Humanities to Explore Revolution and Oppression.” The Unapologetic Workshop Series will provide 15-20 LGBTQ+ identified adults with an opportunity to participate in six sessions exploring visual arts\, performing arts\, history\, literature\, and the healing arts. Participants will dialogue with artists and scholars\, engage with herbalist and body workers\, create visual and language art projects all reflecting on queer and trans identity and liberation. They will reflect on ideas around body liberation\, healing intergenerational trauma\, myths and migration\, and more through group discussions\, writing journal entries\, and creating visual artwork. \nThe goal of the Unapologetic Workshop Series is three-fold: \na)       To catalyze individual and communal learning\, voice\, action and healing\,\nb)      To increase access to the arts and humanities\, particularly for LGBTQ+ folks\, people of color\, educationally underserved adults\, and those who have experience oppression\, and\nc)       Encourage a life-long engagement with the arts and humanities. \nAbout Unapologetic: \nUnapologetic is a free six week workshop series held in-person at HopeWorks of Howard County’s main office 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 300 Columbia\, MD 21046 OR at the Community Ecology Institute at the Free Town Farm at 800 Harriet Tubman Lane\, Columbia\, MD 21044. Participants must identify as LGBTQ+ and people of color are highly recommended to apply. Light meal and/or snacks will be provided at each workshop session as well as a journal for folks to use and keep throughout the series. Artists\, scholars\, and creatives will be brought in for session for participates to engage with. Session might include film screenings and discussions\, herbalism and body work arts\, printmaking\, zine making\, and drag performances. \nWorkshop Dates: Thursdays and Saturdays—May 2023- June 2023 (topics are subject to change). Click the dates to learn more about each session and our guest artists. \nThursday\, May 11\, 2023: 6-8:30– Introductions/ Exploring queer & trans liberation\nThursday\, May 18\, 2023: 6-8:30pm– Drag Mythology and Migration with Kamani Sutra\nSaturday\, May 27\, 2023: 11-3pm– Rebel Dykes Film Screening and Discussion\nThursday\, June 1\, 2023: 6-8:30pm– Reclaiming Your Queer Body oil blend making with Seven Dreams Ceremony\nSaturday\, June 10\, 2023: 11-3pm–  “Coming Home” breathwork-meditation-yoga workshop with Magenta\nSaturday\, June 17\, 2023: 11-3pm– Printmaking as Resistance \nParticipants must be able to attend all workshop dates\, identify as LGBTQ+ and fill out an application and be able to meet for 15 min. via phone/zoom for a brief interview.  \n  \nClick Here to Apply!\n  \nClick here for a shareable flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/unapologetic-a-6-week-workshop-series-for-lgbtq-folks/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="MC Carey":MAILTO:mcarey@hopeworksofhc.org
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UID:12271-1682762400-1682769600@hopeworksofhc.org
SUMMARY:LOVED: A Survivor Self-Care Circle for Black Women
DESCRIPTION:  \nAddressing Intersections of Oppression & Healing \nJoin HopeWorks as we address “triple jeopardy”: the exploitation and oppression experienced by survivors who are black women. Through engaging and creative activities\, we cultivate self-love\, sustained acceptance and affirmation\, beloved community\, and strategies to address the root causes of violence. \nSessions feature expressive-arts techniques\, guided discussions\, seminars\, and guest speakers. Typically the group will meet on the fourth Saturday of the month from 10am to noon. Sessions will be held via Zoom until Spring 2023. \nClick Here to Register!\nClick here for our flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/loved-a-survivor-self-care-circle-for-black-women-2022-05-21-2023-04-22/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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SUMMARY:HopeWorks Virtual Film Screening and Discussion: "Aftershock"
DESCRIPTION:“Aftershock” follows two families as they galvanize activists\, birth workers\, and physicians to reckon with the U.S. maternal health crisis. \n  \nJoin HopeWorks\, in collaboration with the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority\, Incorporated ® Omega Eta Omega Chapter of Greater Howard County\, for a special virtual screening of Aftershock\, a Hulu Original Documentary\, Directed and Produced by Paula Eiselt and Tonya Lewis Lee. \nFollowing the screening\, we will be joined by a panel of local experts to discuss the film and the Black Maternal Health Crisis in America. \nAbout the Film \nIn October 2019\, 30-year-old Shamony Gibson tragically died 13 days following the birth of her son. Two months later\, we began filming Shamony’s surviving mother\, Shawnee Benton Gibson\, and bereaved partner\, Omari Maynard\, as they began to process what happened and figure out their new normal. \nIn April 2020\, 26-year-old Amber Rose Isaac\, died due to an emergency c-section. Within weeks of Amber’s death\, Omari reaches out to Amber’s surviving partner Bruce McIntyre and a lifelong bond is formed. Together\, Omari and Bruce begin the fight for justice for their partners with their families and community by their side\, while caring for their children as newly single parents. \nThrough the film\, we witness these two families become ardent activists in the maternal health space\, seeking justice through legislation\, medical accountability\, community\, and the power of art. Their work introduces us to a myriad of people including a growing brotherhood of surviving Black fathers\, along with the work of midwives and physicians on the ground fighting for institutional reform. Through their collective journeys\, we find ourselves on the front lines of the growing birth justice movement that is demanding systemic change within our medical system and government. \n  \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/hopeworks-virtual-film-screening-and-discussion-aftershock/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Self-Care & Social Justice
ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra Price":MAILTO:sprice@hopeworksofhc.org
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