MONDAY
‘Understanding Islam Today’
Join MeckMin for as it kicks off a three-part series (held the first three Mondays in May) for those looking to “learn about our Muslim neighbors and their faith through their own experiences and voices.” The goal is to “build bridges and promote peace through listening, learning and positive engagement.” More info
TUESDAY
Business 101 with Charlotte Mecklenburg Black Chamber of Commerce
The Beatties Ford Road Regional Library is celebrating its 60th year in business, and they are kicking off small business month by hosting a free forum on entrepreneurship. More info
K(NO)W Justice K(NO)W Peace Book Club – Clint Smith, ‘Counting Descent’
Clint Smith is a writer, teacher, Ph.D. candidate at Harvard University and a 2014 National Poetry Slam champion. He will speak on issues of social and economic justice at the Levine Museum of the New South. More info
SATURDAY
Discover Your ‘Why’ Workshop
Why are you here, and what’s the purpose of your life? The Resurrect Love Project has invited life coach Cay’me Andrea to host a two-hour workshop that will touch on those weighty topics. More info
Community and Police Summit
The Social Justice Commission of Greater Mt. Moriah Primitive Baptist Church invite parents, church and community leaders, youth and adults of all ages to be a part of the dialogue to discover solutions that promote mutual respect for the citizens and residents of Charlotte. Free continental breakfast. More info
