In the aftermath of the shooting death of 18-year-old Michael Brown, attention has turned to Ferguson. Below are some events that are tied to the issues raised or that are centered in that community.
Town Hall Meeting Addressing Communication to/from Ferguson Leadership
When: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Sept. 30
Where: Meeting 1 - First Baptist Church of Ferguson, 333 N. Florissant, Ferguson 63135
Meeting 2 - Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 17 Hawkesbury Drive, St. Louis 63121
More information at: http://www.devinjamesgroup.com/ferguson-mayor-and-city-council-announce-town-hall-meetings/
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Financial Literary Series featuring Tony Dansberry of US Bank
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 1
Where: Ferguson Municipal Public Library, 35 N. Florissant Rd., Ferguson 63135
About: "The first presentation, by Mr. Dansberry, will be about how to make the most of your bank! Join us. Financial literacy is one of the areas where most of us need more help, so we at the library are hoping you'll take advantage of this chance to strengthen your knowledge."
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Attorney General’s Roundtable on Representative Policing
When: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Oct. 1
Where: University of Missouri St. Louis, JC Penny Conference Center,
1 University Drive, St. Louis MO
About: Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster is hosting a roundtable on representative policing in the St. Louis area. Member of the public are encouraged to submit comments and questions that will be used to form the topics of discussion.
More information at: http://ago.mo.gov/Roundtable/index.htm
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Comic Relief for Ferguson, Clean Comedy Series
When: Doors open at 6 p.m., Show begins at 7 p.m. Oct. 3
Where: Greater Grace Church, 3690 Pershall Road, St. Louis 63135
About: Darius Bradford presents a clean comedy series for the whole family.
More information at: https://www.facebook.com/232553024919/photos/pb.232553024919.-2207520000.1412353300./10152734187324920/?type=1&theater
Cost: $20
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“Hidden Colors 3” Movie Screening
When: 5:30 p.m. Oct. 4
Where: University of Missouri St. Louis, JC Penny Conference Center,
1 University Drive, St. Louis MO
About: “Hidden Colors 3” is a documentary about the history of people of color from around the globe. The film’s producer, Tariq Nasheed, will be there to lead a Q & A session after the viewing.
More information at: https://www.facebook.com/events/735064573226136/?ref=br_rs
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Ferguson’s Children: Our Voices
When: 12 p.m. Oct. 4
Where: January Wabash Park Bandshell, 501 N. Florissant Road,
Ferguson 63135
About: "A performance featuring music, dance, theatre, visual art and poetry by students Grades K-12 from Jennings, Normandy School Collaborative, Riverview Gardens, and Ferguson-Florissant."
More information at:
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10204943327729886&set=gm.916713721675645&type=1&theater
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Above & Beyond College Readiness Program
When: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Oct. 4
Where: Ferguson Municipal Public Library, 35 N. Florissant Rd., Ferguson 63135
About: This program is free and open to children ages 10 and up in the Ferguson-Florissant area. It is designed to help children learn what resources are available to them as college applicants, and will help them through the actual application process. Some programming for parents will available until 12:00 p.m.
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Ferguson Municipal Library Teen Council
When: 12:00 p.m. Oct. 4
Where: Ferguson Municipal Public Library, 35 N. Florissant Rd., Ferguson 63135
About: Come join other area teens in a discussion about what the Ferguson library could do for you. Form a Teen Council and help the library decide what kind of teen programing will be most beneficial to the youth in the community.
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Comic Relief for Ferguson, Clean Comedy Series
When: Doors open at 6 p.m., Show begins at 7 p.m. Oct. 4
Where: Greater Grace Church, 3690 Pershall Road, St. Louis 63135
About: Darius Bradford presents a clean comedy series for the whole family.
More information at: https://www.facebook.com/232553024919/photos/pb.232553024919.-2207520000.1412353300./10152734187324920/?type=1&theater
Cost: $20
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Get Back – Concert featuring Tef Poe
When: Doors open 8 p.m., Show begins at 9 p.m. Oct. 5
Where: The Gramophone, 4243 Manchester Avenue, St. Louis 63110
Cost: $10 cover
More information at: http://www.tefpoe.com/shows/
