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Songs of Faith, Songs of Freedom / Dr Kim Harris in Concert July 14

Community, Fellowship, Music, News, Social Concerns

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. / New Garden Friends Meeting / Dr. Kim R. Harris is a recording artist, teacher, composer and storyteller, traveling the nation, performing concerts, and lecturing on the music of the Underground Railroad and the modern Civil Rights Movement. She is an Assistant Professor of African American Thought and Practice in the Department of Theological Studies at Loyola Marymount University, in Los Angeles, CA. This concert is sponsored by The Underground…

Fun 4th Festival Peace Booth / A great time was had by all…

Community, Holiday, News, Social Concerns

Many thanks to the folks who volunteered at the New Garden Peace Booth at the Fun Fourth Festival. It was well received and lots of folks posted their responses to the query “What do you do to promote peace?” Some of the goodies were “always be kind and never give up,” “respect the worth and dignity of all,”be willing to listen and care first”… Our peace symbol was covered with these and many, many more.…

“Plain Living; A Quaker Path to Simplicity” / Adult Forum July 14

Community, First Day, News, Social Concerns

10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. / Fellowship Hall / Chapter 8; “Let us See What Love Can Do” in practicing nonviolence, seeking equality for all, listening to the earth and spirit-led service led by Sara White. The Social Concerns Committee continues to facilitate discussions about Catherine Whitmire’s book, “Plain Living: A Quaker Path to Simplicity.” We encourage participants to read ahead and share what the chapters meant for them. Karin has purchased several copies of…