Black is Beautiful Film Series: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

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This month's film is The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

A 13-year-old boy is thrown out of the school he loves when his family can no longer afford the fees. He sneaks into the library and learns how to build a windmill to save his village from a famine in this film directed by Chiwetel Ejiofor for Netflix.

Black is Beautiful Film Series: Crooklyn

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This month's film is Crooklyn

Make yourself at home with the Carmichael family as they experience one very special summer in their Brooklyn neighborhood that they've affectionately nicknamed "Crooklyn." Renowned director Spike Lee fashions a bold, flavorful picture of family life.

The Poetry Experience

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Looking for a fun space to be creative and share poetry?

Check out this local writing/sharing circle (held every 2nd and 4th Saturday).  Poetry Experience is hosted by Rajnii Eddins!

Please spread the word and feel free to invite poets, writers, teachers, emcees, creative people and arts enthusiasts of all ages!!!!

ELL Classes: English for Beginners and Intermediate students

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Virtual ELL Classes: Wednesdays 6:30-8:00 pm. (Beginner and Intermediate Levels) 

Beginning English-language learners can practice written and spoken English with a certified TOEFL instructor.

FREE.  Please Register for classes by emailing Barbara Shatara at bshatara@burlingtonvt.gov

Journey for Justice Presentation with Karla Barber

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Former Vermonter Karla Barber will share her experience of traveling the US southern border in December of 2022, telling stories of life in limbo and what she witnessed in the 16-day Journey for Justice caravan. In-person and by Zoom:http://bit.ly/3j2VxPL

CANCELLED: Four Winds: Nurturing a Child’s Sense of Wonder Discussion Series

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Four Winds’ Nurturing a Child’s Sense of Wonder family/parent discussion series introduces the whys and hows of nature-based play and learning.

Using ideas and excerpts from the book Adventure, Play, Peace by Nancy Bower to prompt discussion and inspire outdoor play, the sessions will focus on nature-based play and learning strategies to nurture the social and emotional well-being of all children (and adults, too!).