MARCH FOR SCIENCE-SATURDAY APRIL 22, 2017

Posted on April 22, 2017April 22, 2017 by Tonya R

An opportunity to 'Get Involved' in what matters to you. Visit March For Science or Twitter at Science March DC for details. Why They March: 'The March for Science is the first step of a global movement to defend the vital role science plays in our health, safety, economies, and governments.' An oppty to #NowGetInvolved. April 22 join #EverydayPeople, stand & acknowledge critical role science plays in our lives #YourVoiceYourView https://t.co/sTQyjDg2lQ — ExpressYourselfBlog (@E...

MOVIE WATCH: THE IMMORTAL LIFE OF HENRIETTA LACKS

Posted on April 22, 2017 by Tonya R

The movie 'The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks' will air on HBO Saturday April 22, 2017. The movie is based on the nonfiction book by the same name, written by American author Rebecca Skloot. Oprah Winfrey will star in the movie, as one of Henrietta's children, that ultimately collaborated with the author to make her story possible. Who is Henrietta Lacks, and why is she such a significant figure for the medical community still today? From the Page of Wikipedia: Henrietta Lacks was...

Charlotte North Carolina’s 2017 Democratic Mayoral Debate Kickoff

Posted on April 22, 2017April 22, 2017 by Tonya R

The Democratic Party of North Carolina will kick off its Charlotte Mayoral Debate, Saturday April 22, 2017. The debate will be held at Weeping Willow AME Zion Church, located at 2220 Milton Rd, Charlotte NC. The event will be hosted by Sir Lawrence Lee-Conley, MBA, The moderators, April Harley and Rachel Johnson. Charlotte's current Mayor, Jennifer Roberts has a couple of highly capable contenders in the race. Vi Lyles, is currently a City Council member in Charlotte, and Joel Ford is cur...

FRIDAY APRIL 7TH IS WEAR BLUE DAY: SUPPORT GREAT CHILDHOODS

Posted on April 7, 2017April 7, 2017 by Tonya R

Friday April 7th is 'Wear Blue Day' in support of Great Childhoods as part of Prevent Child Abuse America and Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina campaign to bring awareness to child abuse in America. Participation is easy, wear blue, and post on social media using #GreatChildhoods or #PassThePinwheel to help spread the word. For more information on how you can help, visit the websites noted above to find out more about how you can get involved in child abuse prevention through other civic dee...