We hope everyone had a fabulous weekend! Enjoy our new newsletter F.A.M.I.L.Y Connections. #MotivationMonday.Â
escape Velocity mission
To create space, opportunity and programming to empower and assist the underserved communities of Sacramento to defy gravity with an emphasis on it’s youth because they are our future. We believe it is through them that generational trauma can be broken and will be the catalyst for changing the trajectory to a course that is more desirable for African-Americans. We provide resources, assistance and information to our community that strengthens FAMILY:
- Family Connections
- Art & Culture
- Mental Health & Wellness
- Internal Growth
- Literacy
- Youth Workforce Development & Jobs
family connections
2nd Saturdays Mother Daughter Table Talk
June 11, 2022 from 1pm – 2pm
Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum located in Florin Square 2251 Florin Rd, #126, Sacramento, CA 95822 or join via Zoom.
This session will include a Family Listening Session – The Freedom to Heal: Breaking Chains
Join South Sacramento Healthy Black Families Collaborative Ambassadors, Astrid and Valencia for discussion, activities, food, and more. Men/boys are welcome to join the conversation also. Lets celebrate family and community!
Please register on Eventbrite to let us know you’re attending.
Father's mpap
Making Parenting A Pleasure for Fathers, a training program that promotes family resilience by bringing parents together to share and normalize their parenting experiences.
For questions, Contact community resource at 209-214-8299 or Anthony.Ziba@kidshome.org
summer matters at scusd/freedom school
Application Due Date: June 10th
Monday-Friday, See times and dates on the website for each program.
- 5 weeks of highly enriching programs for students
- Arts Based Enrichment & Physical Activities
- Science Technology Engineering & Math
- Breakfast & Lunch Provided
infant safe sleep
Mutual Assistance Network Presents a FREE educational class every First and Fourth Monday of each month.
Classes are via Zoom.
Call to register. 916-514-8096
effective black parenting program
The Village presents a parenting program to help in raising proud, confident, and health African-American children. 1-on-1 Support and Group Classes.
Use the QR code on the flyer for a referral.
Contact 916-290-8281
Resource Referral Request
We provide our program participants, their families and the Sacramento community with resource referrals. Use the form below to request third party services through Escape Velocity. We will match you with the correct service provider based on your selections. Your information is confidential.
art & culture
second saturday at florin square
June 11, 2022 12-6pm
*VENDORS WANTED*
Are you an Art, Agriculture or Food vendor? Join us for Second Saturday at Florin Square. 2251 Florin Rd, Sac, CA, 95822
Contact Tracy Shaw at 925-819-8118 for more information on vendor spots.
FREE FAMILY EVENT. ENJOY MUSIC, VENDORS, ARTS, FOOD AND SMALL LOCAL BUSINESSES!
anissa's art corner
Free arts and crafts at Second Saturday at Florin Square
June 11, 2022 from 12pm-6pm
2251 Florin Rd, Sac, CA 95822
Hangout and create awesome art projects and DON’T Forget to stop by All the other free arts and crafts tables, the Sojourner Museum as well as all the shops and vendors.
sojo museum
Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum displays art from around the globe representing the multicultural population from our community.
Tours are available by appointment.
Become a member today
mental Health & wellness
food distribution
South Sacramento Christian Center provides FREE food on Saturdays from 8:30am-10am at 7710 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95823
First come first serve while supplies last
Drive-Thru available for all Sacramento residents
hearyou.org
Sacramento County residents may receive FREE online therapy sessions through HearYou.org in partnership with Sac Collab, the Sacramento County COVID-19 Collaborative.
Adult residents of Sacramento County may receive up to 6 sessions at no cost. Children and young adults through the age of 26 years may receive up to 10 sessions at no cost.
m.h. first
Community First Response. MH First Sacramento, a project of Anti Police-Terror Project, is a cutting-edge new model for non-police response to mental health crisis. The goal of MH First is to respond to mental health crises including, but not limited to, psychiatric emergencies, substance use support, and domestic violence safety planning.
Call or Text 916-670-4062
ca youth crisis line
Are you a youth that feels misunderstood or overwhelmed? Talk to someone about what’s happening.
The California Youth Crisis Line (CYCL) operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week as the statewide emergency response system for youth (ages 12-24) and families in crisis. Youth can call, text, or chat.
internal growth
save the date: 2nd annual small business success summit
July 30th from 9am – 4pmÂ
2251 Florin Rd, Sacramento, CA 95822
The event will have a plethora of informative workshops throughout the day led by professionals, more than 20 vendors with resources for the small business owner and for the future entrepreneur. A jazz socializing mixer will take place at the end of the event including a raffle and networking.
Discount tickets are $50 until June 30th ($75 after). Lite lunch provided. Tickets available at Eventbrite or www.fscdc.org.
This year, we are awarding our first Dana Maeshia Small Business Mini-Grant to one business owner who attends this event. Please see the application form below for more information.
sistah to sistah
Women supporting Women program by The Village. Discuss relationships, health, self image and personal growth.
Every Tuesday 11am via Zoom
Zoom: 951 6166 1215
PW: 338498
men's healing circle
Hooked on Fishing Not on Violence & Heal and Rebuild Collective present a weekly Men’s Healing Circle.
Wednesdays from 6pm-7:30pm
7000 Franklin Blvd, Ste 1020, Sacramento, CA
future forward youth summit
Join youth from all over Sacramento for the 2022 Virtual Future Forward Youth Summit on Friday, June 10th from 4pm – 6pm!Â
For more info, contact Lily Fuentes at lfuentes@scoe.net
literacy
around the way girls book club
Every Wednesday
6:30pm-8pm via Zoom
The girls are reading “Blended” by Sharon M. Draper.
boys in the hood book club
2nd, 4th and 5th Fridays
6:30pm-8pm via Zoom
The boys are reading “Stuntboy, In the Meantime” by Jason Reynolds.
all things literacy bookstore
Visit the local South Sacramento bookstore located inside Florin Square at 2251 Florin Rd, Ste 113, Sacramento, CA 95822
Tuesday – Saturday 12pm-6pm
916-662-7059
youth workforce dev & Jobs
voy youth dev work experience program
8 week program geared towards youth ages 13-18. They will receive: Job Readiness, Civic Engagement and Customer Service Training, Mental Health Awareness, Coping and Resiliency Skills, Resume Building, Soft Skills and Financial Literacy.
Every Wed from 5pm-7pm, June 15th-Aug 24th
For more info contact Kayla Green at 916-912-7183 and for Registration email voyimpact@gmail.com or us the QR Code on the flyer.
pipeline to success
Hosted by the Simmons Community
Center
Last call for Middle School registration!
Pipeline to Success, an introduction to skills needed for HVAC and plumbing careers. Stipend payments for completing the program.
Breakfast and lunch provided.
Middle School: 6/13/22 – 6/24/22Space are LIMITED! Register soon!
resources
Community college offers access to more than 200 career education programs and financial aid to help you reach your goals.
There are more than 116 community college campuses statewide including a fully online campus. To learn more about which local community college is right for you and enroll, students can go to ICanGoToCollege.com and get connected to their local community college.
#CCCOutreachPartner #CCCEnroll2022
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