Shabbat Dinner: Dr. King’s Teachings in the Current Climate

Jan 18, 2019 - 7:00 pm EST - 9:30 pm EST

JCC Harlem, New York, NY

This year, Tu B’Shvat, the Jewish new year for the trees, falls on Martin Luther King Day. Join Repair the World and Hazon for an evening exploring the intersection of these two holidays through learning, conversation, and connection. Guests will spend the evening exploring environmental justice through the lens of Dr. King’s teachings.

We will be joined by keynote speaker Leah Penniman.

Leah is the author of Farming While Black: Soul Fire Farm’s Practical Guide to Liberation on the Land, the co-founder of Soul Fire Farm, and a food sovereignty activist.

 

Schedule:

7:00 PM Cocktails and conversations

7:30 PM Keynote Speaker

Cost:

$22

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If the price for the event is a barrier to entry, please reach out to Danna at danna.creager@werepair.org.

Co-sponsored by Repair the World, Hazon, JCC Harlem, Harlem Moishe House, Based in Harlem, Be’chol Lashon, and Romemu. Nourished by OneTable.