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September 2022
LMR Fall Board Connector
LMR’s Fall Board Connector, sponsored by CarMax, at The Collaboratory of Virginia at U-Turn will occur on September 28, 2022, at 5:30 pm. This free networking event brings together community leaders in search of board opportunities with nonprofit organizations in a casual, open-house atmosphere to engage and connect. Board Connector fosters increased civic engagement across all sectors and advances equity in leadership through board service. There is no cost to attend this event. Light refreshments will be served. Registration for…
Find out more »October 2022
CULTURED CELL CULTURE written and performed by Cory McAbee
CULTURED CELL CULTURE is the 3rd lecture in a series created by Cory McAbee. His first two lectures (DEEP ASTRONOMY and THE ROMANTIC SCIENCES AND SENTIMENTAL SYSTEMS REFORM) were performed at science museums, universities, galleries, theaters, nightclubs, and film festivals throughout the US, including the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, the San Francisco International Film Festival, and the SF Exploratorium. Cultured Cell Culture will be presented live as part of the 2022 I_Butterfly festival. CULTURED CELL CULTURE is a live multi-media…
Find out more »2022 Virginia Ability Forum: Redefining Disability
Join us for our 2022 Virginia Ability Forum, an investment in the future for people with disabilities. We will gather with business and community leaders to recognize the vital role people with disabilities play in redefining the environment in which we work and play. Among others, we will hear from musician George Dennehy and his story of determination, reminding us that every individual has a purpose and the ability to change the world around them.
Find out more »Youth Mental Health First Aid Workshop
Youth Mental Health First Aid USA is an eight-hour public education program which introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and teaches individuals how to help an adolescent in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. Mental Health First Aid uses role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis, select interventions and provide initial help, and connect young people…
Find out more »Friends & Family Fall Festival
FREE OUTDOOR FUN at Historic Virginia Land Conservancy’s Friends & Family Fall Festival, October 23rd, 11:00am–3:00pm at Freedom Park, Free Black Settlement Area, Williamsburg. Activities include petting zoo, Bubbles the Clown, live music from Hangar 09, educational exhibits and more. Food and drink available for purchase from Two Drummers Offbeat Eats, Shoofly Dairy Bar, Alewerks Brewing Company and The Williamsburg Winery.
Find out more »November 2022
Youth Mental Health First Aid Workshop
Youth Mental Health First Aid USA is an eight-hour public education program which introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and teaches individuals how to help an adolescent in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. Mental Health First Aid uses role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis, select interventions and provide initial help, and connect young people…
Find out more »Virtual Information Session: Become a Child Advocate
YOU can change a child’s story. Learn more about volunteering to be a voice for vulnerable children experiencing abuse or neglect. Henrico CASA activates trained volunteers to help our county’s most vulnerable children thrive in safe, loving homes. Will you join us in our mission to ensure every child that has experienced abuse or neglect has a voice? Volunteers advocate for children aged from newborn to eighteen. Advocates come from all walks of life including a variety of professional and…
Find out more »December 2022
Youth Mental Health First Aid Workshop
Youth Mental Health First Aid USA is an eight-hour public education program which introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and teaches individuals how to help an adolescent in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. Mental Health First Aid uses role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis, select interventions and provide initial help, and connect young people…
Find out more »January 2023
Virtual Information Session: Become a Child Advocate
YOU can change a child’s story. Learn more about volunteering to be a voice for vulnerable children experiencing abuse or neglect. Henrico CASA activates trained volunteers to help our county’s most vulnerable children thrive in safe, loving homes. Will you join us in our mission to ensure every child that has experienced abuse or neglect has a voice? Volunteers advocate for children aged from newborn to eighteen. Advocates come from all walks of life including a variety of professional and…
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