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🌍 Make A Difference Day: Earth Day Celebration in Roanoke! 🌱
Join Us April 19th | 10 AM – 2 PM | Melrose Park
It’s time to roll up our sleeves and make a difference—for our streets, our neighbors, and our planet. This April 19th, the Neighbors Advocacy Council, in collaboration with Feeding Southwest Virginia, is inviting the entire Roanoke community out for a powerful and purposeful day of action, impact, and unity.
💪 What’s Happening:
This Earth Day, we’re turning intention into impact with a community-wide clean-up and celebration. Whether you’re a student, a parent, an elder, or a first-time volunteer, there’s a place for you to plug in and show up.
🌿 Street Cleanup
Join us on Essex Street and in the Melrose Park area as we beautify our neighborhood block by block. Gloves, bags, tools—all provided. Just bring your energy and love for the community.
🎉 Street Sign Reveal
We’re proud to unveil the newly named AVID Street! Be there for a special ribbon-cutting ceremony as we celebrate this fresh identity and honor the youth and vision behind it.
🍔 Cookout Celebration
After the work is done, we come together to break bread and build bonds at the community cookout in Melrose Park. Good food, good music, and even better people—because this is what community looks like.
🤝 Collaborators Making It Happen:
Neighbors Advocacy Council
Pinnacle Financial Partners
AVID Class (DayTech)
Strokes of Genius, LLC
Feeding Southwest Virginia
🌟 Why You Should Be There:
This isn’t just a cleanup—it’s a movement of pride and purpose. It’s about reclaiming our spaces, lifting up our voices, and showing what’s possible when community comes together. Bring your family. Bring your friends. Be a part of the change.
🟡 “Come out and join the celebration!”
📍Location: Melrose Park, Roanoke, VA
📅 Date: Friday, April 19th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Let’s clean, celebrate, and make history—together. 💚
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H.E.A.R.T. Beats - History, Education, and Respect Together
Join the Gainsboro Library and Strokes of Genius as we celebrate the vibrant tapestry of African American musical history with H.E.A.R.T Beats. In this teen workshop, we will delve in the rich and influential history of music in Black culture, emphasizing its pivotal role in shaping our society.
Red Rose Series "Beauty of Black Love"
The Red Rose Event is a two-hour paint and discussion gathering
specifically designed for young couples. The event aims to explore the
concept of true love and its representation through the symbolism of a
red rose.
During the event, couples will engage in a lively discussion led by
relationship experts and the audience, delving into the various
aspects and challenges of cultivating and maintaining genuine love.
Topics may include effective communication, trust, intimacy, and
mutual support.
Participants will also have the opportunity to express their thoughts
and emotions through an interactive painting session. Each couple will
receive their own canvases, paints, and brushes, and will be guided
through the process of creating a unique piece of art that symbolizes
their love. The red rose, long associated with love and passion, will
serve as the central theme for their artwork.
The event will provide a supportive and empowering environment for
couples to learn from each other's experiences, share their own
perspectives, and build connections with like-minded individuals. The
aim is to foster a sense of community, encourage growth in
relationships, and inspire young black couples to embrace and
celebrate true love. It is an opportunity for couples to deepen their
bond and gain valuable insights to thrive in their relationships.
Dream Detectives
Be a polysomnographic technologist for a day at Gainsboro Library on January 31st, 2023.
Gainsboro Library is excited to announce our upcoming event: "Be a Polysomnographic Technologist for a Day." This event aims to provide a unique and engaging opportunity for anyone interested in the medical field, specifically in polysomnography, or the study of sleep disorders. Our goal is to introduce the community to this fascinating profession and offer them a glimpse into the life of a polysomnographic technologist.
What is a Polysomnographic Technologist?
Polysomnographic technologists are specialized healthcare professionals who work in the field of sleep medicine. They are responsible for performing sleep studies, or polysomnograms, which are tests that record physical activity while patients sleep. These tests help diagnose sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, insomnia, and narcolepsy, to name a few.
The role of a polysomnographic technologist is crucial in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. They monitor and record a patient's sleep patterns, breathing, heart activity, and body movements during sleep. They also help physicians interpret these tests and develop treatment plans for patients.
The Event: Be a Polysomnographic Technologist for a Day
This event, scheduled for 4:00 pm, will be led by experienced polysomnographic technologists. They will guide participants through a typical day in their profession, starting with an overview of sleep disorders and the importance of sleep studies. Following this, participants will have the opportunity to see a live demonstration of a sleep study, including the equipment used and the process of monitoring a patient's sleep.
Additionally, our guest speakers will share their experiences and challenges in the field, providing invaluable insights for anyone considering this career path. Participants will also have the chance to ask questions and engage in stimulating discussions about sleep medicine.
Why You Should Join
This event is not just for aspiring polysomnographic technologists. Anyone interested in the medical field, sleep medicine, or just learning something new is invited to join. This is a unique opportunity to gain an understanding of a less-known but crucial field of medicine. Plus, you'll have the chance to meet and network with professionals in the field.
So, if you're looking to explore a new career, learn something new, or simply have a productive and interesting afternoon, we invite you to join us at Gainsboro Library for "Be a Polysomnographic Technologist for a Day" at 4:00 pm. We promise it will be an event you won't want to miss!
Storytime Reading
Founder of Strokes of Genius, LLC., Douglas Pitzer, will be reading to the youth at Melrose Library for the Young Doctors Program.
On Friday, January 26th, 2024, the Founder of Strokes of Genius, LLC., Douglas Pitzer, will captivate the young minds at Melrose Library as he reads to them at 11 am. Joining him will be enthusiastic participants from the renowned Young Doctors Program. This collaboration is set to create an engaging and inspiring literary experience for all in attendance.