Upcoming Events
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May 16, 2023: Open Books, Open Minds book group meets to discuss "The Mashpee Nine: A Story of Cultural Justice" by Paula Peters, local author, journalist, and activist Paula Peters, a member of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe. The book recounts details of a police raid, arrest and court trial of nine Wampanoag tribal members who were drumming on the Mashpee Pond campsite in July 1976. Sandwich Public Library, 6:30-8:00pm.
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Past Events
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April 26, 2023: Free community screening of 45- minute Indieflix film, "Race to be Human," with dialogue facilitated by SMHS World of Difference peer mentors to follow. The film addresses the apprehension and confusion many feel when talking about race and racism, and its impact on mental health-- all through the eyes of students, teachers, and experts. Sandwich High School, 6pm-8pm
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April 25, 2023: Open Books, Open Minds book group meets to discuss April's selection, "Olga Dies Dreaming," by Xochitl Gonzalez, “...the tale of a status-driven wedding planner grappling with her social ambitions, absent mother, and Puerto Rican roots - all in the wake of Hurricane Maria." Flatiron Books. Sandwich Public Library, 6:30-8:00pm. |
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April 13, 2023: LGBTQIA+ Allyship Workshop: After a quick review from Tracy Morin's March 9 presentation, we'll break into small groups to share, listen, and brainstorm concrete ways to put “allyship” into action and make positive changes for LGBTQIA+ youth in our community. Sandwich Public Library, 6:30-8:00pm
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March 28, 2023: Open Books, Open Minds Book Group meets to discuss March's selection, "Out Of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper. Draper's NY Times best-selling story tells the compelling story of Melody, an 11-year old girl with cerebral palsy. Kirkus Reviews called it "gutsy and unflinching." Sandwich Public Library, MacKnight Room, 6:30-8:00pm.
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March 9, 2023: LQBTQIA+ Allyship, Our Youth, and Our Town. A presentation and workshop with Tracy Morin, covering concepts of gender and sexuality and how they evolve over time; troubling trends in the mental health of youth who identify as LGBTQIA+; and a look at Sandwich, including brainstorming ways to make our town a safer, more inclusive place for our LGBTQIA+ youth, neighbors, and visitors. Sandwich Public Library, 7:00-8:00pm.
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February 28, 2023: Launch of Sandwich for All's Open Books, Open Minds monthly book group. February's book: "Homegoing" by Yaa Gyasi, dubbed "a sprawling epic, brimming with compassion" by NPR. Sandwich Public Library, MacKnight Room, 6:30 till 8:00 pm.
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February 2, 2023: "Disability Etiquette." Sometimes even our best intentions can be hurtful. Learn some of the best and worst practices for being present for those with diverse abilities in this presentation by Lisa Drennan of MERGE Diverse Abilities Inclusion Consulting. At the Sandwich Public Library, from 7:00 till 8:00 pm, and streamed on Facebook Live. |
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December 15, 2022: Sandwich for All Multi-Cultural Winter Holidays Party, 6:30-8:00 PM, Sandwich Public LIbrary. Share your favorite holiday dessert, tradition, dance or music with friends and neighbors. For more information or help with preparations, email: christinejohnsonstaub@gmail.com
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October 5, 2022: Sandwich for All provides Bystander Intervention training to Sandwich Town Department Heads.
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August 15, 2022: Sandwich for All Bonfire on Town Neck Beach. A "summer social" community event just for fun-- with friends, families, newcomers and oldtimers. See more photos at www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=sandwichforall&set=a.192152296571511 |
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June 15, 2022: Author Talk: Kate Clifford Larson, "Walk With Me: A Biography Of Fannie Lou Hamer. (Presented in partnership with the Sandwich Public Library And Titcomb's Books) youtu.be/g6N0EAR2bOQ
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May 15, 2022 Community Event: "Let's Talk About...Creating An Inclusive School Culture," organized by Sandwich For All. Featured the Superintendent of Schools, Police Chief, School Committee Liaison to the DEI Advisory Committee, SHS teacher-expert on Restorative Justice, and Anti-Defamation League expert on bias-incidents. Produced In Partnership With Sandwich Community Television. videoplayer.telvue.com/player/X8ZeSEqN_3AQ2LOFXKWpWSYN5KVjCdzp/media/720237?autostart=true&showtabssearch=true&fullscreen=false
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February 6, 2022: Bystander Training: Sandwich For All trained community members in ways to safely interrupt discriminatory behavior and language. Presented in partnership with First Church UCC, Sandwich. youtu.be/mt7X5tjp9Js |
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