World Refugee Awareness Week
World Refugee Awareness Week
This year we will celebrate World Refugee Awareness Week from June 16 – 23. Join us in supporting refugees in Lansing, home to one of the most diverse areas in Michigan. We invite you to attend the educational and celebratory events hosted throughout the week to learn more and show your support.
Saturday, June 16th
Cultures of Lansing Talent Show
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
St. Casimir Church, 815 Sparrow Ave
Hosted by St. Vincent Catholic Charities to kickoff World Refugee Awareness Week.
If interested in participating, please contact Veronika Parsamova at parsamv@stvcc.org.
Saturday, June 16 – Sunday, June 17
Refugee Worship weekend
Faith based organizations in the greater Lansing area speak to the importance of welcoming refugees in our community. We encourage you to advocate for refugees at your place of worship on this day in honor of World Refugee Awareness Week.
Monday, June 18th
Global Institute of Lansing (GIL) Graduation Ceremony and Luncheon
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church, 510 W. Ottawa St.
Join GIL as they honor refugee students receiving their High School Diplomas!
My Dreams Are Becoming Real: Samaritas Refugee Youth Art Exhibit
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Tabooli Restaurant, 515 W. Grand River Ave
Tuesday, June 19th
Library Open House
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Capital Area District Libraries (CADL), 401 S. Capitol Ave
Join CADL to find out more about all the materials and programs the library has to offer. Light refreshments provided. All ages welcome.
Java Cafe Global Conversation: Refugee Crisis in Context
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbott Rd.
All are welcome! Free parking and refreshments. Hosted by the Greater Lansing United Nations Association and the East Lansing Public Library. For further information, visit http://www.gluna.org/java-cafe.
Wednesday, June 20th
Meet Your Neighbors Learning Circle
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Allen Market Place Classroom, 1611 E. Kalamazoo St.
Allen Neighborhood Center and the Immigrant and Refugee Resource Collaborative (IRRC) are hosting an opportunity for neighbors to participate in a facilitated conversation with members of the IRRC Advisory Council. Conversations are typically about our commonalities and culture, are are a great way to connect to New Americans and share our stories. To register, email denisep@allenneighborhoodcenter.org. Space is limited. Hosted by the Allen Neighborhood Center and the IRRC.
Garden Showcase and Potluck
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
St. Mike Community Garden, 6500 Amwood Dr.
Hosted by Greater Lansing Food Bank, Garden Project.
Thursday, June 21st
Refugee Lansing: Stories of Resettlement
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Ingham County Health Department, 5303 S. Cedar St.
Brown bag lunch presentation.
Friday, June 22nd
Peace Pole Unveiling
12:00 pm
Refugee Development Center (RDC), 600 Maple St.
Join the RDC as they unveil a Peace Pole to represent a spirit of unity for immigrants, refugees and U.S.-born community members.
Saturday, June 23rd
Eid Festival
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Islamic Center of East Lansing, 920 S. Harrison Rd.
Celebrate the end of the Holy month of Ramadan. Join us for family, food and activities. All are welcome to attend!
