What is White Supremacy & Christian White Nationalism? - Perspective from a Unitarian Universalist Minister
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
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Why Africa and Geography Matter
Tuesday, May 2
7-8:30 p.m.
Jefferson Educational Society
Featuring Ed Grode, M.Ed.
Two and a half million years ago, humans and animals first converged on the African continent, where mankind formed its first thoughts, sang the first songs, and danced for the first time. Today, Africa is the world's second-largest continent with the second-largest population. It is a continent with the most countries, most languages, longest river, and largest desert on our planet. It is the most physically diverse continent and rivals Australia for the most diverse wildlife, and is rich in diamonds and other precious metals, gold, and oil. Why is it that we generally don't know enough about this continent of superlatives, this cradle of humankind, and why does it matter? Follow longtime expert of the African continent Ed Grode in a lecture that turns a spotlight on a continent underrepresented in geography education.
Important to Note:
- Location: Jefferson Educational Society -- 3207 State Street, Erie, PA 16508.
- Date/Time: Tuesday, May 2 at 7:00 p.m.
- Admission: $10/person or $15 with a guest.
The New Israeli Government and Implications for Peace with the Palestinians
Wednesday, May 3
7-8:30 p.m.
Jefferson Educational Society
Featuring Baher Ghosheh, Ph.D.
After years of unstable governments and many elections that yielded shaky coalitions and short-term tenures, Israel elected the most right-wing government in modern Israeli history.
We will focus on the new Israeli government policies. Also examined will be what these policies mean for peace prospects and relations with the US and Arab states. Is the two-state solution officially dead? What does that mean for Israel, Palestine, and US-Israeli relations? Join a lecture and discussion with Middle east expert Dr. Baher Ghosheh.
Important to Note:
- Location: Jefferson Educational Society -- 3207 State Street, Erie, PA 16508.
- Date/Time: Wednesday, May 3 at 7:00 p.m.
- Admission: FREE
A WWII Veteran, His Experiences, and His Wishes for His Final Flight
Thursday, May 4
4 - 5:30 p.m.
Jefferson Educational Society
Featuring Yvonne Caputo, M.Ed.
Michael Caputo would never have had to go to war. His presidential deferment for repairing airplanes that were damaged by young learning pilots would have kept him stateside. However, being called to the office of General Hap Arnold, commanding general of the Army Air Forces, changed everything. Mike petitioned to be released from his deferment and to enter the USAAF as a cadet. He went on to receive his navigator's wings and flew bombing missions over German and France. He returned to the states at the end of the war with undiagnosed PTSD, but he became instrumental in the development of emergency services in Crawford County, Pennsylvania. Having witnessed the death of many, he never wanted to live without quality of life. As he approached his life's end, he made his wishes known and legally binding. His final flight was as he wanted it to be. Join his daughter and book-writing author, Yvonne Caputo, as she tells her dad's life and their relationship in two moving and encouraging books about life and aging with dignity.
Book signing to follow this program!
Important to Note:
- Location: Jefferson Educational Society -- 3207 State St., Erie, PA 16508.
- Date/Time: Thursday, May 4 at 4:00 p.m.
- Admission: $10/person or $15 with a guest.
