PAST EVENTS
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PAST EVENTS |
Join United Parents Against Lead for a powerful and visually documented multimedia presentation by Ashra Kwesi, an internationally recognized speaker with over four decades of research and experience leading historical tours in Egypt (Kemet).
Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Community Resiliency Hub, 464 Byrne St., Petersburg, VA 23803
Admission: $15 | Students & Elders: $10
Discover eye-opening historical facts and uncover the profound legacy of Afrikan history through an engaging, educational experience. For more information, call 804-370-1143.
Join us on February 1st from 6–10 PM at 464 Byrne St., Petersburg, VA, 23803, for an immersive art experience curated by Melchisedek Shabazz. This one-of-a-kind event features live performances, a screen printing demo, and a chance to win $1000 in cash prizes!
Entry is just $15, and you'll dive into a world where creativity meets futuristic Black culture. Don’t miss this celebration of innovation and excellence in art.
A Documentary of the Black Midwives of the South
Presented by Mother of Civilization & United Black Birth Collectivetarting
Date: SATURDAY, MARCH 8, 2025
Time: 3:00 - 7:00 PM
Location: Petersburg Community Resiliency Hub, 464 Byrne St, Petersburg, VA 23804
Join us for a powerful documentary screening and panel discussion on Bringing in Da Spirit, directed by Rhonda Haynes. This film explores the legacy of Black midwives in the South and highlights their essential role in our communities.
Tickets:
$20.00 per ticket on Eventbrite
$25.00 per ticket at the door
Food Available for Purchase.
Vending opportunities are available. Please contact (804) 253-7082 for more details.
Come join the discussion as we examine the community midwife’s significant contributions.
For more information, visit Eventbrite website or scan the QR code on the flyer.
A Convergence of Art, Poetry, Conroversy, and Climate Justice
Friday, April 26, 2024
5 PM - 8 PM
Featuring:
Portrait Exhibit by Emma Bullock
“En-Justice: How Change Happens”
Art and Poetry by Emily DeCarlo
“Through Angel’s Eyes”
February 3, 2024
The Black Excellence Exhibition was held on February 3, 2024. The theme was 50 Years of Hip-Hop.
Call (804) 370-1143 or email unitedparentsagainstlead@gmail.com | afrospectrumart@gmail.com for more info.
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May 6, 2023
Every year on the first Saturday in May, thousands of people around the globe participate in World Labyrinth Day as a moving meditation for world peace and a celebration of the labyrinth experience. Many “Walk as One at 1” local time to create a rolling wave of peaceful energy passing from one time zone to the next.
World Labyrinth Day is an annual international event founded by The Labyrinth Society (TLS) in 2009.
April 25, 2023, from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT
Resilient power – solar paired with battery storage (solar+storage) – can provide essential economic benefits and backup power to Resilience Hubs, community-serving facilities augmented to support residents and coordinate resource distribution and services, before, during, and after an emergency. In addition to emergency support, Resilience Hubs can enable community capacity building and provide ongoing resources. Community-based organizations leading resilience hub development locally are taking an innovative approach to ensuring their members are included in the process through educational and awareness-building programs, as well as workforce development.
This Clean Energy Group (CEG) webinar highlights the efforts of The Faunteroy Community Enrichment Center and United Parents Against Lead (UPAL), two organizations implementing unique community programs that complement and amplify their efforts to build a resilience hub, including the installation of solar+storage. Faunteroys Resilience Incubator @ FH Faunteroy, located in Washington, DC, has been conducting community information sessions on sustainability and resilient power, and UPAL’s Petersburg Heights Community Resilience Hub, located in Petersburg, Virginia, is providing resilient power-focused workforce development programs. Both organizations also receive CEG’s Technical Assistance Fund and Resilient Power Leadership Initiative (RPLI) small-grant programs.
Panelists:
– Dr. Estelle-Marie Montgomery, Executive Director, The Faunteroy Community Enrichment Center
– Queen Zakia Shabazz, Founder, United Parents Against Lead (UPAL)
– Marriele Mango, Project Director, Clean Energy Group (moderator)
March 8, 2023
Lead service line replacement has garnered a lot of national attention lately, as we think it should! This month’s member update includes a round of up of members’ press releases related to the White House’s “Get the Lead Out” Partnership, as well as upcoming webinar opportunities.
On March 8, the Collaborative is hosting a webinar featuring its new step-by-step equity guide. “Enhancing Equity in Lead Service Line Replacement Programs” willlift up examples from across the country of how communities are working to promote equity in their replacement programs – touching on issues including funding, community engagement, and contracting.
March 8 - 11, 2023
This year’s event takes place during two virtual days; one in-person conference day at the Silver Spring Civic Center in downtown Silver Spring, MD; and one day of free outdoor nature experiences at locations TBA. Nature Forward’s Taking Nature Black Conference will offer presentations and discussions focused on the needs and interests of Black nature professionals, environmental justice advocates, educators, and outdoor enthusiasts. Attendees will be inspired, energized, and connected to a growing community of people working to achieve real environmental change.
February 3 - March 4, 2023
The Black Excellence Exhibition ran through March 4, 2023. Winners were announced on March 4 at a Gala Dinner!
The exhibition was open Monday through Saturday, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Groups, Special Showings, and Evening Hours by Appointment
Call (804) 370-1143 or email unitedparentsagainstlead@gmail.com | afrospectrumart@gmail.com for more info.
HELP US TO SUPPORT LOCAL EMERGING ARTISTS!
The Community Resiliency Hub, located at 464 Byrne Street, Petersburg, Virginia, is the first of its kind in the state. Boasting clean Sun energy with rooftop solar and battery storage, we provide a haven for community residents seeking temporary shelter during climate-induced power outages. The Hub beams as a beacon of light in the culturally historic building used as a USO for African American army troops during military segregation. Join us for cultural activities, including art exhibitions and contests, musical and talent shows, training opportunities, and workforce development initiatives.