We are praying for peace in Sacramento. Our deepest condolences go out to the families and friends that lost a loved one and those traumatized by the mass shooting that happened in Downtown Sacramento on 4/3/22. Our community is grieving and gun violence continues to be a crisis in this country. Please view our Resources…Continue reading BOOKS, EVENTS AND MORE (BEAM) – WEEK OF 4/4/22
Boys in the Hood Guest Speaker: Librarian Ricardo Ramirez 3/25/22
March is National Reading Month. Celebrate with Boys in the Hood Book Club Book selection: Schomburg: The Man Who Built a Library Guest Speaker: Ricardo M. Ramirez #Reading is one of the best habits to develop; it strengthens the mental muscles, helps to improve comprehension and analytical abilities, and increases imagination and boosts memory. Join…Continue reading Boys in the Hood Guest Speaker: Librarian Ricardo Ramirez 3/25/22
Escape Velocity: Books, Events and More (BEAM) – Week of 3/7/22
We hope you are enjoying and learning this March for Women’s History Month and Reading Month so far. Below are a few community events and resources for the week of 3/7/22 and beyond. Dana Maeshia Virtual Resource Fair In honor, memory and legacy of our Founder, Dana Maeshia ,who was a mental health and wellness…Continue reading Escape Velocity: Books, Events and More (BEAM) – Week of 3/7/22
March “Book” Madness – How We’re Celebrating
national reading month Reading is one of the best habits to develop; it strengthens the mental muscles, helps to improve comprehension and analytical abilities, and increases imagination and boosts memory. Book selection: Schomburg: The Man Who Built a Library Boys in the Hood Book Club Guest Speaker: 3/25 – Ricardo from MLK Jr Library womens…Continue reading March “Book” Madness – How We’re Celebrating
Book Club Meetups 2/23 & 2/25
This week Around the Way Girls Book Club will meet Wednesday 2/23 at 6:30pm and finish “Who Was Coretta Scott King” and Boys in the Hood book club will meet Friday 2/25 at 6:30pm and finish “Martin Luther King Jr”.
Escape Velocity: Books, Events and More (BEAM) – Week of Feb 14, 2022
BookS, Events and more (BEAM) – February 14, 2022 We hope you enjoyed a restorative weekend and are doing your best to take care of yourself during this month of love and black culture. Below are a few community events and resources for the week of 2/14/2022. Around the Way Girls Book Club Wednesday, 2/16/22…Continue reading Escape Velocity: Books, Events and More (BEAM) – Week of Feb 14, 2022
LWSS: COMMUNITY HEALTH LEADERSHIP PROJECT
Youth Stipend Opportunity LWSS: Community Health Leadership Project An opportunity for youth ages 15-21 to help with the Health is Wealth event on April 9, 2022 and obtain free leadership training. Please see flyer for more information.Registration with the link below or with the QR Code on the flyer. Register
Youth Book Club Meetings 1/26 and 1/28
Book Club meetings this week. Around the Way Girls Book Club Meeting Wednesday, January 26, 2022 6:30pm via Zoom The girls will be completing “Partly Cloudy” by Tanita S. Davis Boys in the Hood Book Club will have guest speaker, Anthony Ziba, this friday, 1/28/22 at 6:30pm via Zoom. Anthony will be discussing the hurdles of…Continue reading Youth Book Club Meetings 1/26 and 1/28
Escape Velocity Community News 1/11/2022
Happy 2022! We thank everyone for their continued support of Escape Velocity. This is a new year with new initiatives and goals. We can’t do it without the support of the community. 2022 Book Club Wishlist Around the Way Girls Book Club Wednesday, 1/12/22 6:30pm-8pm Zoom The girls are continuing to read “Partly Cloudy” by…Continue reading Escape Velocity Community News 1/11/2022
Escape Velocity News this Week 12/6/21
Happy Monday and Happy December! We hope you enjoyed a restorative weekend and doing your best to take care of yourself. Mental Health is essential. Below are a few community events and resources for the week of 12/6/2021. Children’s Literacy Book Drive Escape Velocity is still accepting children’s book for our book drive. Donations can…Continue reading Escape Velocity News this Week 12/6/21
Children’s Book Drive
Hello Family!! Donate to our Children’s Literacy Book Drive. Donate a Book! Shape a Life! Spreading Literacy in Sacramento. We are accepting new and gently used African-American baby, children’s and young adult books. Donations can be dropped off at All Things Literacy Books & More Bookstore, 2251 Florin Rd, Ste 113, Sacramento, CA 95822. Donation…Continue reading Children’s Book Drive
FREE Youth Mental Health Workshops – November
The City of Sacramento Department of Youth, Parks, & Community Enrichment Youth Division is excited to offer FREE Mental Health, Wellness, & Empowerment Workshops for young people 13-24 years of age. Workshops will provide a safe space for YOUth to join the conversation & learn more about mental health resources available, tips on wellness, &…Continue reading FREE Youth Mental Health Workshops – November