Fairview Satellite Programming Winter/Spring 2023
History and Healing: Spotlight on African American Heroes
Monday, February 6
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Lincoln Community Center Library
Featuring A Shared Heritage
This presentation will speak to this critical community history project's broad educational, restorative value. The three architects of A Shared Heritage will highlight some of the key figures, stories, and places associated with Erie County's African American history, and reflect on the power of our shared past to foster a deeper understanding of the challenges that continue to confront both our region and a divided nation.
Important to Note:
- Location: Lincoln Community Center Library -- 1255 Manchester Rd., Erie, PA 16505
- Date/Time: Monday, February 6 at 6:00 p.m.
- Admission: FREE
Natural Wonders of Presque Isle
Monday, March 6
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Lincoln Community Center Library
Featuring PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Seasonal changes offer a unique opportunity for park staff to showcase the natural wonders found on Presque Isle.
Important to Note:
- Location: Lincoln Community Center Library -- 1255 Manchester Rd., Erie, PA 16505
- Date/Time: Monday, March 6 at 6:00 p.m.
- Admission: FREE
Abe Lincoln in Erie County
Monday, April 3
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Lincoln Community Center Library
Featuring Sabina Freeman, B.A.
The first time Abraham Lincoln was in Erie County Pennsylvania was on Saturday morning, February 16, 1861, on the way to his inauguration. He traveled through the county by train, stopping three times to talk to the folks who had gathered there. He knew this twelve-day journey across the northern states would allow the populace to know him better, although he had run for the Illinois Senate seat in 1858 and his sentiments were known. Now in Erie, newspapermen waited, wanting a quote. His comment was about the fine food served to him at the Erie Depot. Four years later, on April 28, 1865, President Lincoln's second appearance in Erie and only stop in the county, was during the return trip to Springfield, Illinois on the way to his burial.
Important to Note:
- Location: Lincoln Community Center Library -- 1255 Manchester Rd., Erie, PA 16505
- Date/Time: Monday, April 3 at 6:00 p.m.
- Admission: FREE
White Supremacy & Christian White Nationalism
Monday, May 1
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Lincoln Community Center Library
Featuring Rev. Charles Brock, M.Litt.
The term white supremacy is used in some academic studies of racial power to denote a system of structural or societal racism that privileges white people over others, regardless of the presence or the absence of racial hatred (Wikipedia). Using this definition, we will look at current issues affecting America and Erie County. It is a very “hot” topic, but has been with us since 1492 and seems to be getting worse at present. Many politicians are using “anti-woke” sentiments to stoke voters. The question of teaching race matters in schools is also on the agenda in many places (“Critical Race Theory”).
Important to Note:
- Location: Lincoln Community Center Library -- 1255 Manchester Rd., Erie, PA 16505
- Date/Time: Monday, May 1 at 6:00 p.m.
- Admission: FREE
