All are invited to Heathmere's free, family-friendly event: “Community Art and Peace Circle.” Local artist and educator, Luba Shapiro Grenader, will guide children, youth and adults in peace practices like meditation and dialogue, and engage them in making art about peace. We will hold these circles on the 4th floor of the Porter Mill Studios...
All are invited to Heathmere's free, family-friendly event: “Community Art and Peace Circle.” Local artist and educator, Luba Shapiro Grenader, will guide children, youth and adults in peace practices like meditation and dialogue, and engage them in making art about peace. We will hold these circles on the 4th floor of the Porter Mill Studios...
Come view a short documentary about the history of Race Amity and then join in a facilitated conversation about how we can all work together across racial divides to promote racial justice and healing. Wednesday June 26, 6:30-8pm, Sohier Room, Beverly Public Library, Heathmere’s Living Conversations Series uses small, facilitated dialogues to encourage diverse residents...
When was the last time you had a productive conversation with someone who doesn't share your political views? With the election approaching, having a curious, honest and respectful conversation might seem even scarier. Join us as we hear from Mindy D'Ippolito, Beverly Human Rights Committee Chair and Elliott Margolis, "Conservative Corner," host, on how to...
When was the last time you had a productive conversation with someone who doesn't share your political views? With the election approaching, having a curious, honest and respectful conversation might seem even scarier. Join us as we hear from 2 Beverly residents, Thom Adorney and Michael Chiusano, model talking across difference. Come learn how to...
The Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement invites you to join us for the final conversation in our 3-part series that focuses on how we can acknowledge our political differences while at the same time work together to build a better community and a stronger democracy. We will hear from local community leaders and residents who...
The Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement and the Beverly Public Library invite you to a art and dialogue reflection circle with local artist and educator, Luba Shapiro Grenader. This free event will begin with a short meditation, followed by a time to create our own images of peace, and a discussion period to share our...
The Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement is excited to hold a 3 part “Neighborhood Conversations” series on “Accessibility and Disability.” The aim of this facilitated dialogue series is to reflect on what it means to be a city that fully embraces and recognizes the agency of differently-abled people. At each event we will hear from...
The Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement is excited to hold the 2nd of our 3 part “Neighborhood Conversations” series on “Accessibility and Disability.” The aim of this facilitated dialogue series is to reflect on what it means to be a city that fully embraces and recognizes the agency of differently-abled people. At each event we...
The Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement is excited to invite you to the final “Neighborhood Conversations" on “Accessibility and Disability.” The aim of this facilitated dialogue series is to reflect on what it means to be a city that fully embraces and recognizes the agency of differently-abled people. At each event we will hear from...
“The work of race amity is not just about creating peace between different groups—it’s about forging authentic relationships that transform both individuals and society.” --William H. “Smitty” Smith, National Race Amity Founder. Come celebrate with us on Race Amity Day, Sunday June 8, 12:30-1:30, Beverly City Hall Lawn. Hear from speakers who will share what...
Join The Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement and local artist and educator, Luba Shapiro Grenader, to explore what peace means to you through words and images. Come create, converse and connect at our table! Creatives of all ages are welcome! Learn some tips on how to have better conversations across difference that leave you feeling...
