BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//National Center for Race Amity - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:National Center for Race Amity X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://raceamity.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for National Center for Race Amity REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T210000 DTSTAMP:20260522T030603Z CREATED:20260512T012527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T030603Z UID:123368-1781895600-1781902800@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Riders for Race Amity Presentation and Roundtable DESCRIPTION:The Riders 4 Race Amity are an interracial group of teens undertaking an annual\, two-week\, cross-country cycling journey to raise awareness of the power and importance of cross-racial friendships. This year\, their journey follows the route of the Freedom Riders from Washington\, DC to Jackson\, MS\, situating the ride within a longer Freedom Ride tradition of interracial travel through public space as moral witness and public demonstration of shared belonging. The Riders will be in Atlanta on June 19 and 20. \nJoin us at 7pm on Friday evening\, June 19\, for a presentation by the Riders 4 Race Amity youth\, after which participants will be offered two options to engage: 1) Participate in a Race Amity Roundtable\, a dialogue circle using principles of restorative justice to explore barriers to cross-racial friendship\, or 2) Help decorate bikes and vehicles for Atlanta’s Juneteenth parade the following morning\, Saturday\, June 20. \nOn Saturday\, June 20\, everyone is invited to join the Riders in marching for Race Amity in Atlanta’s annual Juneteenth parade (https://www.juneteenthatl.com/)\, starting at 10 am at the MLK National Historical Park and proceeding to Piedmont Park. \nPlease consider supporting the Riders 4 Race Amity initiative. Learn more and donate here. \nAlso join us on June 14 for the Race Amity Day celebration\, part of our “America at 250: A Race Amity Perspective” event series. URL:https://raceamity.org/event/riders4raceamity-atlanta/ LOCATION:Be on Edgewood\, 395 Edgewood Ave SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30312\, United States CATEGORIES:Atlanta Race Amity Institute,Riders for Race Amity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/R4RA-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T160000 DTSTAMP:20260520T135254Z CREATED:20260511T183036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T135254Z UID:123361-1781445600-1781452800@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Atlanta Race Amity Day Celebration DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Race Amity Day in Atlanta!\nThis free\, public event at Atlanta’s new Race Amity Institute offers an opportunity to reflect together on race\, democracy\, and civic belonging as our nation approaches its 250th anniversary. In this time of deep social division\, learn how the century-long Race Amity Movement sheds light on America’s founding ideals\, the barriers that have impeded interracial friendships\, and the possibilities for building stronger communities across lines of race. The program includes live music\, refreshments\, and a children’s activity. URL:https://raceamity.org/event/rad-atlanta/ LOCATION:Be on Edgewood\, 395 Edgewood Ave SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30312\, United States CATEGORIES:Atlanta Race Amity Institute,Race Amity Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2026-Atlanta-Race-Amity-Day-web-header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T224733Z CREATED:20260305T143155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T224733Z UID:123203-1777627800-1777640400@raceamity.org SUMMARY:2026 Boston Race Amity Leadership Symposium DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 1 in the Lenox Hotel’s spectacular Dome Ballroom for an engaging and inspiring presentation by Boston University professor and communications expert Monique Kelley.\nMonique will share insights from her new book Redefining Networking: How to Lead with Your Unique Value.\nCopies of the book will be available for sale and signing by the author\, or save time by adding a copy of the book to your order below.\n9:30 AM: Registration and light breakfast10:00 AM: Symposium Presentation12:00 – 1:00 PM: Networking Lunch\nPurchase tickets below. Digital tickets will be sent to you by email. \nTo pay by Purchase Order: Send PO with names and email addresses of attendees to: gfullmer@raceamity.org. Individual digital tickets will be issued. \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our sponsors:\n  \n  \n  \nWe are still seeking additional sponsors. Gain recognition and visibility for your leadership through our event sponsorship opportunities! Learn more here. \n \n \n \n \n \n Loading... URL:https://raceamity.org/event/2026-boston-symposium/ LOCATION:Lenox Hotel\, 61 Exeter Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States CATEGORIES:Symposium ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-Boston-Symposium-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T173000 DTSTAMP:20260215T012917Z CREATED:20260215T005456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T012917Z UID:123159-1776675600-1776706200@raceamity.org SUMMARY:2026 Boston Marathon for Race Amity DESCRIPTION:On April 20\, 2026\, Emily Landsman will run the 130th Boston Marathon to raise awareness of the power and importance of cross-racial friendships and to raise funds for the National Center for Race Amity. Emily says: \n“I grew up in Holden\, MA and started running track in middle school. I went on to run middle-distance in high school and was captain of my college track team at Holy Cross in Worcester\, MA. For the past ten years\, I’ve been living in VT my husband Sam and our kids\, Lucy and Nolan. After many years away from consistent running\, I’m grateful for the chance to participate in the Boston Marathon and represent Race Amity. I was introduced to this organization by my father-in-law\, a long time friend of founder William “Smitty” Smith\, and I’m proud to be able to run in support of such a worthy and needed cause.” \nEmily’s father-in-law\, Herb Landsman\, is a member of the Board of Directors of the National Center for Race Amity. Herb learned about the race amity movement from his long-time friend and neighbor\, Dr. William “Smitty” Smith\, who founded NCRA and served as its executive director until his passing in December 2024. \n“Our family treasured our friendship with Smitty\, his wife Marcia and their kids. We are committed to carrying on the vital work he initiated and are so pleased to make this contribution toward promoting cross-racial friendships and partnerships in all walks of life.” \nDouble your impact! The Landsman family will generously match every donation dollar for dollar up to our campaign goal of $7500! \n \n Donate Now! URL:https://raceamity.org/event/2026-boston-marathon-for-race-amity/ LOCATION:Boston\, MA\, Boston\, MA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Boston_marathon-start.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T143000 DTSTAMP:20260308T191153Z CREATED:20260308T191146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T191153Z UID:123228-1775307600-1775313000@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Race Amity Day Virtual Planning Workshop DESCRIPTION:Race Amity Day Virtual Planning Workshop\nSat. April 4\, 1:00 – 2:30 pm Eastern\nJoin us on Saturday April 4 for an overview of resources and checklists for planning a successful Race Amity Day observance. Hear about plans underway in other communities and learn from their experience.  \nHope to see you there! Click on the button below to register and receive the Zoom link.\n \n Register Now URL:https://raceamity.org/event/race-amity-day-virtual-planning-workshop/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:Race Amity Day,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Race-Amity-Day-Planning-Workshop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T183000 DTSTAMP:20260116T161021Z CREATED:20251216T175953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T161021Z UID:123033-1768831200-1768847400@raceamity.org SUMMARY:MLK Day Race Amity Festival DESCRIPTION:MLK Day Race Amity Festival\nJoin us immediately following the annual King Day March for the Race Amity Festival in the BE on Edgewood Complex at 395 Edgewood Ave\, SE in the heart of Atlanta’s historic Sweet Auburn district.\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t Miss the BE on Edgewood Weekend Open House\nFriday\, Jan 16 through Monday\, Jan 19\nThroughout the weekend leading up to the MLK Day\, the building will be open with a variety of exciting and engaging activities\, including film screenings and art exhibits\, culminating with Atlanta’s annual King Day March on January 19.Click Here for Full Weekend Open House Schedule URL:https://raceamity.org/event/mlk-day-race-amity-festival/ LOCATION:Be on Edgewood\, 395 Edgewood Ave SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30312\, United States CATEGORIES:Atlanta Race Amity Institute,Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Race-Amity-Festival2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120 DTSTAMP:20260116T155939Z CREATED:20260111T184940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T155939Z UID:123091-1768521600-1768867199@raceamity.org SUMMARY:MLK Weekend Open House DESCRIPTION:Drop by BE on Edgewood (395 Edgewood Ave SE\, Atlanta\, GA 30312) over the MLK Weekend for a variety of engaging events and activities.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday Jan 16\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “Inner Views”Group Exhibition Opening6-9 pm\nonecontemporarygallery.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n “BRILLIANT!” Group Exhibition\nOur neighbors next door at the Sun-ATL (399 Edgewood Avenue SE) will celebrate their First Anniversary with the “BRILLIANT!” Group Exhibition during MLK Holiday Weekend. Download press release or visit vinsonart.com for details and gallery hours \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Stop by the Goodr Community Market on Edgewood all weekend for made-to-order sandwiches\, beverages\, fresh fruits and veggies\, and more! \nThe Community Market will also have a pop-up at the King Center on Monday Jan 19 for the King March and Rally. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Saturday Jan 17\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Edgewood Art Walk4-7 pm\nThe newly established Edgewood Arts District will host an Edgewood Art Walk from 4:00 to 7:00 pm Saturday Jan 17. \nArt Walk visitors are invited to explore local commercial and non-profit galleries and cultural hubs while enjoying local food and unique programs throughout the district. Edgewood Art Walk Partners include aKAZ!Atl\, Atlanta Center for Photography\, Atlanta Influences Everything\, Ernie’s in the Cut\, Fred Martin Welding Co.\, Haugabrooks Gallery\, One Contemporary Gallery\, The Sun ATL\, Race Amity Center and whitespace. This event is free and open to the public. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sunday Jan 18\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Race Amity Film Screening and Discussion\n4-6 pm\nAn American Story: Race Amity and The Other Tradition is a one-hour documentary that explores iconic episodes in our nation’s history\, some well-known and others less so\, where people from vastly different backgrounds came together to achieve what they never could have accomplished separately. These historical examples of interracial and multiracial cooperation\, harmony and amity are lessons we can draw on to foster racial amity in contemporary America. The documentary was broadcast nationally on public television stations in 2019 and 2020. The film will be followed by a facilitated dialogue circle.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Monday Jan 19\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Annual King Day March and Rally\n1:15 to 4:00 pm\nMore info: www.mlkmarchatl.com \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Coffee and Cocoa at the Baha’i Center\n2:30 pm\nOur neighbors at the Atlanta Baha’i Center (379 Edgewood Ave.) will offer free coffee and cocoa after the King Day March. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Race Amity Festival\, 4-6:30 pm\nClick on graphic below for more info. URL:https://raceamity.org/event/mlk-open-house/ LOCATION:Be on Edgewood\, 395 Edgewood Ave SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30312\, United States CATEGORIES:Atlanta Race Amity Institute ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/BE-MLK-Weekend-Open-House.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T210000 DTSTAMP:20251216T170704Z CREATED:20251009T162708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T170704Z UID:122918-1762966800-1762981200@raceamity.org SUMMARY:2025 Race Amity Medal of Honor Symposium and Dinner - FREE LIVESTREAM DESCRIPTION:2025 Race Amity Symposium and Medal of Honor Dinner\nJoin us on November 12 in the Boston Museum of Science’s spectacular Skyline Room for this year’s Race Amity Medal of Honor Symposium and Dinner.\nThe Race Amity Medal of Honor is presented annually to individuals who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to inspiring unity and equity in society through interracial partnerships.\nBe prepared to be moved and inspired by the remarkable stories of this year’s honorees (see announcement here) \nFree Livestream!\nJoin us live on Wednesday Nov 12\n5:00 – 6:30 PM EST: Symposium\n7:30 – 9:00 PM EST: Medal of Honor Presentation\nClick below to launch Livestream. \n  URL:https://raceamity.org/event/2025-medal-of-honor/ LOCATION:Boston Museum of Science\, 1 Science Park\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States CATEGORIES:Medal of Honor,Symposium ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025-MOH-Web-Livestream.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T180000 DTSTAMP:20250129T004229Z CREATED:20250129T001925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T004229Z UID:122731-1753531200-1753552800@raceamity.org SUMMARY:2025 Boston Race Amity Arts and Music Festival DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE!\nSaturday\, July 26\, 2025 – Faneuil Hall Marketplace\, Boston\nThe Boston Race Amity Arts and Music Festival is coming back to Faneuil Hall Marketplace for the fourth year\, and promises to be better than ever\, with a diverse musical lineup\, community art project\, and free ice cream from Festival sponsor Ben and Jerry’s.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Visit the Festival Website URL:https://raceamity.org/event/2025-boston-race-amity-arts-and-music-festival/ LOCATION:Faneuil Hall Marketplace\, 1 S Market St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Festival,Race Amity Arts and Music Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/AD_05147-scaled-e1738110100821.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T200000 DTSTAMP:20250417T163020Z CREATED:20250417T154549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T163020Z UID:122880-1749888000-1751140800@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Riders for Race Amity Bike Relay DESCRIPTION:The Riders for Race Amity Bike Trip is a powerful journey on two wheels\, bringing cyclists together to promote unity\, understanding\, and meaningful conversations about race. This long-distance ride is more than just a test of endurance—it’s a movement dedicated to bridging racial divides through dialogue\, education\, and shared experiences. \nAs they travel from city to city\, riders will engage with local communities\, visit historical landmarks\, and participate in discussions centered around race amity—the belief that friendship and collaboration across racial lines are key to a more just society. Through their shared miles\, they aim to spark awareness\, inspire action\, and foster lasting connections. \nThe relay bike ride will kick off at the State Capitol in Madison\, WI on Saturday June 14 and conclude with a public celebration gathering at the National Race Amity Institute in Atlanta on June 28. Public gatherings are planned as they pass through the following towns and cities: \n\nRockford\, IL\nPeoria\, IL\nSt. Louis MO\nPaducah\, KY\nNashville\, TN\nHuntsville\, AL\nBirmingham\, AL\nSelma\, AL\nMontgomery\, AL\nAtlanta\, GA\n\nLearn more at Riders4RaceAmity.org URL:https://raceamity.org/event/riders-for-race-amity-bike-relay/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:Special Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Riders-for-Race-Amity-youth.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250522T133000 DTSTAMP:20250330T234716Z CREATED:20250325T181901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T234716Z UID:122828-1747908000-1747920600@raceamity.org SUMMARY:2025 Boston Race Amity Leadership Symposium DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 22 in the Lenox Hotel’s spectacular Diamond Ballroom for an engaging and uplifting presentation by best-selling author and thought leader Howard Ross. Howard will share insights from his best-selling book Our Search for Belonging: How our need to connect is tearing us apart and reflect on what it will take to bring our country back together.\nPurchase tickets here. Digital tickets will be sent to you by email.\nTo pay by Purchase Order:\nSend PO with names and email addresses of attendees to: gfullmer@raceamity.org. Individual digital tickets will be issued. URL:https://raceamity.org/event/2025-boston-symposium/ LOCATION:Lenox Hotel\, 61 Exeter Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States CATEGORIES:Symposium ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2025-Boston-Symposium-web-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250421 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250422 DTSTAMP:20250131T195657Z CREATED:20250131T195651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T195657Z UID:122781-1745193600-1745279999@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Running the Boston Marathon for Race Amity! DESCRIPTION:Our friend Mike Antonellis is running the Boston Marathon to raise awareness of the need for racial harmony and raise funds for the National Center for Race Amity. Please show your support and share this initiative with your friends and networks! \nLearn about Mike’s story and support this wonderful initiative here! URL:https://raceamity.org/event/running-the-boston-marathon-for-race-amity/ LOCATION:Boston\, MA\, Boston\, MA\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Boston-Marathon-for-Race-Amity.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T163000 DTSTAMP:20250311T211958Z CREATED:20250311T205719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T211958Z UID:122810-1743865200-1743870600@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Pioneering Race Amity: Key Takeaways from Illinois DESCRIPTION:Pioneering Race Amity: Key Takeaways from Illinois\nSat. April 5\, 3:00-4:30 pm Eastern\nJoin us on Saturday April 5 for an engaging and inspiring virtual presentation on “Pioneering Race Amity: Key Takeaways from Illinois.” Jim Percic and Bette Lawrence-Water\, co-chairs of Illinois Citizens for Race Amity\, will share how their efforts to promote race amity have flourished in Illinois\, with Race Amity Day proclamations in the Illinois State House and Senate\, as well as county and municipal proclamations and picnics and gatherings to celebrate Race Amity Day in several cities and towns across the state. \nThe presentation will be followed by Q&A and sharing of plans and ideas for celebrating Race Amity Day in 2025! \nHope to see you there! Click on the button below to register and receive the Zoom link.\nJim Percic has spent his life involved with organizations that help to better the community.  He founded Illinois Citizens for Race Amity in 2020 to work towards having Race Amity Day proclaimed throughout Illinois\, putting on events on Race Amity Day to bring people together to move beyond divisiveness\, and to partner with like-minded organizations in ongoing efforts to build unified\, inclusive communities.  Jim also serves on the board of Together is Better Alliance\, an organization dedicated to education and action to eliminate racism. \nBette Lawrence-Water is an accomplished speaker\, lecturer\, and recognized community leader residing in Naperville\, Illinois\, where she actively promotes racial harmony as National Center for Race Amity Advisory Board Member and Co-chair of Illinois Citizens for Race Amity. With a wealth of local\, regional\, and national leadership experience\, Bette inspires communities to embrace amity\, social justice and work toward a more equitable and inclusive society. \n \n Register Now URL:https://raceamity.org/event/pioneering-race-amity-key-takeaways-from-illinois/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:Race Amity Day,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Naperville-RAD-2024-195-scaled-e1741724695244.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T170000 DTSTAMP:20250127T210918Z CREATED:20250127T200512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T210918Z UID:122624-1738402200-1738429200@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Black History Month Celebration DESCRIPTION:Join us this Saturday\, February 1 as we celebrate Black History Month at Boston’s Museum of Science! \nThis all-day\, family friendly event includes featured speakers\, family activities\, cultural performances\, and community groups from the Boston area honoring the African American experience. \nThe National Center for Race Amity will be sharing the vision and history of race amity in America\, raising awareness of the upcoming 4th Annual Boston Race Amity Arts and Music Festival\, and hosting the collaborative Unity Art Project. \nReserve your tickets at www.mos.org/events/black-history-month-celebration and get free admission using the code BHM25! URL:https://raceamity.org/event/black-history-month-celebration/ LOCATION:Boston Museum of Science\, 1 Science Park\, Boston\, MA\, 02114\, United States CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Family Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/BHM_Social_External_1200x630.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250120 DTSTAMP:20250115T195120Z CREATED:20241221T191021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T195120Z UID:122426-1737072000-1737331199@raceamity.org SUMMARY:BE on Edgewood Open House DESCRIPTION:OPEN HOUSE! January 17\, 18\, 19 and 20\, 2025\nJoin us as we celebrate the completion of the BE on Edgewood Complex at 395 Edgewood Ave\, SE in the heart of Atlanta’s historic Sweet Auburn district. This historic preservation site has now been completely renovated and repurposed to serve as a community center\, co-working space and performance venue\, as well as the home of the National Race Amity Institute\, the educational and research arm of the National Center for Race Amity. \nThroughout the weekend leading up to the MLK Day\, the building will be open with a variety of exciting and engaging activities\, including film screenings and art exhibits\, culminating with Atlanta’s annual MLK Day parade on January 20. \nOPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE URL:https://raceamity.org/event/be-on-edgewood-open-house/ LOCATION:Be on Edgewood\, 395 Edgewood Ave SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30312\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Events,Festival,NRAI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/BEonEdgewood-e1736874827920.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T143000 DTSTAMP:20241028T143653Z CREATED:20240410T202157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T143653Z UID:121975-1731574800-1731767400@raceamity.org SUMMARY:2024 National Race Amity Conference DESCRIPTION:Go to Conference Website\n \n \n \n \n \n Theme: Toward E Pluribus Unum: Sharing Our Work Within and Across Sectors \nDates: November 14-16\, 2024 \nLocation: UMass Boston campus \nThe 2024 National Race Amity Conference will focus on building a broader and more connected national community in the work to advance access\, equity and social justice. To that end we are focusing on purposely fostering new forms of partnerships and collaboration across sectors — including business\, nonprofit/government\, education\, religion\, arts\, sports and entertainment\, and student sectors. \nGo to the Conference Website for more information and to register. URL:https://raceamity.org/event/2024-national-race-amity-conference/ LOCATION:UMass Boston\, 100 Morrissey Blvd\, Boston\, MA\, 02125\, United States CATEGORIES:National Race Amity Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024-Conference-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T180000 DTSTAMP:20240416T160910Z CREATED:20240416T160752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T160910Z UID:122001-1722081600-1722103200@raceamity.org SUMMARY:2024 Boston Race Amity Arts and Music Festival DESCRIPTION: URL:https://raceamity.org/event/2024-boston-race-amity-arts-and-music-festival/ LOCATION:Faneuil Hall Marketplace\, 1 S Market St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States CATEGORIES:Festival,Race Amity Arts and Music Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Race_Amity_2024_3.0.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T133000 DTSTAMP:20240227T205701Z CREATED:20240207T205630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T205701Z UID:121776-1718272800-1718285400@raceamity.org SUMMARY:2024 Atlanta Race Amity Leadership Symposium DESCRIPTION:Purchase tickets here. Digital tickets will be sent to you by email.\nTo pay by Purchase Order:\nSend PO with names and email addresses of attendees to: gfullmer@raceamity.org. Individual digital tickets will be issued. URL:https://raceamity.org/event/2024-atlanta-symposium/ LOCATION:Loudermilk Conference Center\, 40 Courtland St NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States CATEGORIES:Symposium ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Howard-Ross-scaled-e1707339577338.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T133000 DTSTAMP:20240227T205803Z CREATED:20240123T155325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T205803Z UID:121739-1717149600-1717162200@raceamity.org SUMMARY:2024 Boston Race Amity Leadership Symposium DESCRIPTION:Purchase tickets here. Digital tickets will be sent to you by email.\nTo pay by Purchase Order:\nSend PO with names and email addresses of attendees to: gfullmer@raceamity.org. Individual digital tickets will be issued. URL:https://raceamity.org/event/2024-boston-symposium/ LOCATION:Lenox Hotel\, 61 Exeter Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States CATEGORIES:Symposium ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/celeste-e1707339699834.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T130000 DTSTAMP:20240203T171258Z CREATED:20240203T165110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T171258Z UID:121753-1709379000-1709384400@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Race Amity Movement Briefing and Sharing DESCRIPTION:Sat. March 2\, 11:30am-1pm Eastern \nJoin us for a virtual meeting on Saturday March 2 for updates on exciting developments in the Race Amity Movement\, including: \n\nPlans to establish Race Amity Day as a national commemorative day through a joint Congressional resolution in 2025\nRoadmap for the formation of local chapters of the National Center for Race Amity\nForthcoming launch of the Race Amity Speakers Bureau\nSharing plans and ideas for Race Amity Day celebrations and state and local proclamations in 2024\nTime for sharing and Q&A\n\nHope to see you there! Click on the button below to register and receive the Zoom link. \n \n Register Now URL:https://raceamity.org/event/race-amity-movement-briefing-and-sharing/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:Special Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TeaneckRaceAmityDay2023-36-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T180000 DTSTAMP:20230814T160051Z CREATED:20230106T213640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T160051Z UID:117950-1699516800-1699725600@raceamity.org SUMMARY:2023 National Race Amity Conference DESCRIPTION:Click Here for the Conference Website for Conference Agenda\, Venue and Registration Information.\nRegistration Now Open! URL:https://raceamity.org/event/2023-national-race-amity-conference/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:Conference,National Race Amity Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2023-National-Race-Amity-Conference-event-header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230729T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230729T180000 DTSTAMP:20230728T043244Z CREATED:20230106T213522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T043244Z UID:117947-1690632000-1690653600@raceamity.org SUMMARY:2023 Boston Race Amity Arts & Music Festival DESCRIPTION:The annual Boston Race Amity Arts and Music Festival returns to Faneuil Hall Marketplace on July 29\, 2023 with a diverse musical lineup\, community art projects\, handmade local arts and crafts and free Ben & Jerry’s ice cream from Festival sponsor Boston Scoops! \nThe Festival showcases and celebrates cross-racial friendships and collaboration as a means to advance social justice and racial equity. Be inspired and learn about ways to take action and get involved. \nLearn more about the Race Amity Arts and Musical Festival here \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Stay in touch!\nSign up for our monthly newsletter for festival updates and other great race amity resources. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Success!\n \n \n \n \n First Name\n \n \n \n \n Last Name\n \n \n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The inaugural Boston Race Amity Arts and Music Festival was held in July 2022. 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URL:https://raceamity.org/event/race-amity-arts-music-festival/ LOCATION:Faneuil Hall Marketplace\, 1 S Market St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States CATEGORIES:Festival,Race Amity Arts and Music Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/BRAAM-Poster.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T120000 DTSTAMP:20230628T195537Z CREATED:20230307T154600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T195537Z UID:118885-1689062400-1689076800@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Be on Edgewood GroundbreakingFuture Home of the National Race Amity Institute DESCRIPTION:After a decade of building anticipation\, BE on Edgewood is finally ready to begin renovations of the historic 395 Edgewood Avenue building\, the future home of the National Race Amity Institute in Atlanta. We are thrilled to invite you to our ground breaking ceremony to celebrate this new chapter with us. \nWith the assistance of InvestAtlanta\, the renovation of the BE on Edgewood complex will be launched on July 11\, 2023. This is a space for fostering grassroots efforts in community building and contributing to the vitality of Atlanta’s historic Sweet Auburn neighborhood. \nWe look forward to introducing ourselves to the community and we hope to see you there. \n8-9 am: Coffee meet and greet \n9-10 am: Ceremony \n10-Noon: Meet the Collaborators \nLearn more about the National Race Amity Institute here. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Loading… URL:https://raceamity.org/event/be-on-edgewood-groundbreaking/ LOCATION:Be on Edgewood\, 395 Edgewood Ave SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30312\, United States CATEGORIES:NRAI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/NRAI-crop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230611T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230611T140000 DTSTAMP:20230428T153345Z CREATED:20230314T161924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T153345Z UID:120052-1686477600-1686492000@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Race Amity Leadership Symposium DESCRIPTION:The Race Amity Leadership Symposium will feature Howard Ross\, best-selling author of Everyday Bias and nationally recognized expert on diversity\, leadership\, and organizational change. \nMr. Ross will be presenting on “Race Amity: Moving from Concept to Action.” \nThis symposium is by invitation only and is free of charge for invited attendees. Lunch will be provided. Meet and network with government\, civic\, nonprofit\, educational and corporate leaders from the greater Boston metro area and beyond. \nFREE — By Invitation Only \nTo nominate or recommend an attendee\, please email us at info@raceamity.org. \nWhen: June 11\, 2023\, 10am to 2 pmWhere: Lenox Hotel\, 61 Exeter Street\, Boston\, MA 02116 \n \n \n \n \n \n Loading… URL:https://raceamity.org/event/race-amity-leadership-symposium/ LOCATION:Lenox Hotel\, 61 Exeter Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States CATEGORIES:Race Amity Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/lenox-e1678897436196.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230611 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230612 DTSTAMP:20230307T155728Z CREATED:20230106T213210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T155728Z UID:117945-1686441600-1686527999@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Race Amity Day Celebrations DESCRIPTION:Check back for information about local Race Amity Day celebrations in towns and cities nationwide. URL:https://raceamity.org/event/race-amity-day-celebrations/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:Commemoration,Race Amity Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T170000 DTSTAMP:20230314T183233Z CREATED:20230314T180357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T183233Z UID:120091-1685174400-1685206800@raceamity.org SUMMARY:RALA End of Year Celebration DESCRIPTION:The Spring 2023 Session of the Race Amity Leadership Academy will culminate in a celebration on May 27\, 2023. More information to come. URL:https://raceamity.org/event/rala-end-of-year-celebration/ LOCATION:Yawkey Boys and Girls Club\, 115 Warren St.\, Roxbury\, MA\, 02119\, United States CATEGORIES:Race Amity Leadership Academy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Boys-and-Girls-Yawkey-Club-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T130000 DTSTAMP:20230414T155623Z CREATED:20230106T212812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T155623Z UID:117943-1683370800-1683378000@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Race Amity Day Celebration Planning Workshop DESCRIPTION:Last Race Amity Day planning Workshop of the Season! \nPlanning a local Race Amity Day Celebration?  Wondering how to enhance your efforts? Worried it’s too late to start? Never! \nYou will LOVE our focused RAD Workshops!The State Proclamation workshop was dynamic with focused questions and clear shared experience from presenters and participants. We look forward to a similarly dynamic and enthusiastic April workshop focused specifically on Celebration Planning. \nPlanning for Race Amity Day 2023No matter where you are in the process\, there is something for you!Race Amity Day is the second Sunday in June (June 11th this year). Some folks have planned all year\, some have just gotten started\, and some are still trying to figure out how to best celebrate this special day. Come join us and learn what you can do for the best Race Amity Day in your locality! \nLearn how to enhance your RAD planningCome and learn how to coordinate your efforts with others. Hear the experiences of Race Amity Day planners in different areas\, from simple to more elaborate. Find out what free resources are available to you. \nReal Collaborative Experience will be Shared This workshop will feature presenters sharing experience from Needham\, MA and The Villages\, FL. It will feature elements of relationship building\, service\, collaboration with like-minded individuals\, invitation and how to have conversations with organizations and leaders. \nRegister Now and Save the DateJoin us Saturday\, May 6\, 11:00 – 1:00 PM ET (Eastern Time) for this dynamic free virtual planning session. \n \n Register Now URL:https://raceamity.org/event/race-amity-day-celebration-planning-workshop-2/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:Race Amity Day,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/hpc-team-on-zoom-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230421T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T235900 DTSTAMP:20230324T152545Z CREATED:20230320T152428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T152545Z UID:120552-1682035200-1682207940@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Talking About Race: A Conversation with Penn Badgley and Masud Olufani DESCRIPTION:Talking About Race: A Conversation with Penn Badgley and Masud Olufani from National Center for Race Amity on Vimeo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Among the challenges all Americans\, young and old\, are faced with in the 21st century\, is how do we develop greater unity among the incredible and diverse people and beliefs in our land. How do we achieve the true strength of our nation’s creed\, E Pluribus Unum\, “Out of Many\, One”. \nThe National Center for Race Amity invites secondary schools and colleges across America to join television star\, Penn Badgley and artist and poet\, Masud Olufani for a powerful special program\, Talking About Race. \nThe program moderator is Howard Ross\, bestselling author of Every Day Bias. A Discussion Guide for teacher’s is available here. Talking About Race is available for viewing at any time on March 22-23 and April 21-22. It may be downloaded for use at other times for a small fee. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Discussion GuideThis one-page discussion guide offers a set of questions that can be used to prompt student discussion after viewing the video. \nDiscussion Topics for Masud-Penn Conversation URL:https://raceamity.org/event/talking-about-race-2/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:Special Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Penn-Masud.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T130000 DTSTAMP:20230320T210039Z CREATED:20230106T212551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T210039Z UID:117939-1679742000-1679749200@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Race Amity Day State Proclamation Workshop DESCRIPTION:Meet state deadlines for Proclamation submission\nDeadlines for State Proclamation submission are coming up soon. If you are planning to submit a Race Amity Day Proclamation in your state\, this workshop is for you! \nLearn from Collaborators\nOur workshops share the learning of collaborators from different states\, sharing important experiences that can help you build on your own efforts. This one will focus specifically on acquiring a State Proclamation for Race Amity Day. \nIt’s not too late to get started! \nIf you are interested in acquiring a proclamation for your State then sign up for this free workshop focusing specifically on Proclamations and how to acquire them. \nThis is our last Proclamation workshop this year\nThe March 25 workshop will feature presentations on Proclamations from people in Connecticut and Maryland\, and it will be our last Proclamation workshop this year.\n \n Register Here URL:https://raceamity.org/event/race-amity-day-state-proclamation-workshop/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:Race Amity Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/workshop.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T235900 DTSTAMP:20230324T152417Z CREATED:20230320T151016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T152417Z UID:120538-1679443200-1679615940@raceamity.org SUMMARY:Talking About Race: A Conversation with Penn Badgley and Masud Olufani DESCRIPTION:Talking About Race: A Conversation with Penn Badgley and Masud Olufani from National Center for Race Amity on Vimeo. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Among the challenges all Americans\, young and old\, are faced with in the 21st century\, is how do we develop greater unity among the incredible and diverse people and beliefs in our land. How do we achieve the true strength of our nation’s creed\, E Pluribus Unum\, “Out of Many\, One”. \nThe National Center for Race Amity invites secondary schools and colleges across America to join television star\, Penn Badgley and artist and poet\, Masud Olufani for a powerful special program\, Talking About Race. \nThe program moderator is Howard Ross\, bestselling author of Every Day Bias. Talking About Race is available for viewing at any time on March 22-23 and April 21-22. It may be downloaded for use at other times for a small fee. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Discussion GuideThis one-page discussion guide offers a set of questions that can be used to prompt student discussion after viewing the video. \nDiscussion Topics for Masud-Penn Conversation URL:https://raceamity.org/event/talking-about-race/ LOCATION:GA CATEGORIES:Special Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://raceamity.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Penn-Masud.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR