Black Family Reunion
Aug. 13 & 14—Community Empowerment Association presents the 13th annual Black Family Reunion, 11 a.m. (Aug. 13) and 6 p.m. (Aug. 14) at the Schenley Park Oval in Oakland. The event’s theme is moving toward racial, economic and social justice. Enjoy food, fun and music by several entertainers including, ConFunkShun and Pieces of a Dream. For more information visit www.ceapittsburgh.org.
Market Square Farmers Market
CONTINUING—The Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership presents the 12th Annual Market Square Farmers Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Thursday through Oct. 27. The opening day event includes flower bulb and tree giveaways sponsored by the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy. This season will also see the addition of 10 new full and part-time vendors including Two Acres Farms, A519 Chocolate and Pittsburgh Fudge Co. Again this year, Just Harvest’s Fresh Access program will allow credit/debit and food stamp EBT cards to be used to purchase fresh produce, meat, dairy and baked goods.
Racial Justice Award Nominations
THROUGH JULY 27—The YWCA is seeking nominations of individuals, who encourage social justice, promote institutional transformation, and enhance racial equity in their community, field, or organization for its 25th Annual Racial Justice Awards. Individuals can be nominated in eight categories: Arts, Community Engagement, Business & Professional Services, Education, Faith, Health, Public Service & Safety and Youth Achievement. Visit www.ywcapgh.org to submit your nominations. For more information, call 412-555-1270.
SummerFood Program
THROUGH AUG. 19—The Allegheny County Department of Human Services will begin its SummerFood program offering breakfast, lunch and recreational activities for children up to 18 years old and individuals with disabilities at more than 80 sites throughout the county. For a complete list of times and locations, visit www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/food.aspx or call 800-851-3838.
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