Items of Importance

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TUESDAY, September 23, 2008 - Dialogue Group

First Presbyterian Dialogue Group  

The dialogue group continues its discussions on the effect that slavery has on the behavior and feelings of participants. If you have a contribution to make concerning this challenge that faces us here in Columbus and across the country, you are encouraged to attend.   

Notes from these Dialogue Groups can be found on the One Columbus website: www.onecolumbus.org  under "Dialogue Groups" as well as articles, selected readings and contributions from participants.

Contact: Berrien Zettler at 706-324-6363

Wednesday, September 24, 2008 - Race Relations Breakfast

Our sixth of the series "My Challenges with Race" will feature Scott Ferguson, President of the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley as he discusses "My perspective on race - as seen from North and South." A native of Maine, Scott came to Columbus a year ago from Utica, New York where he served as director of the United Way there. He has over 18 years of United Way experience and at each of the previous United Ways where he has worked, they have achieved record levels of participation and giving. Before joining United Way, Scott worked in finance, accounting and human resources. His observations, coming from New York to Columbus, give him a unique insight with respect to race relations. 

The Race Relations Breakfasts are held at Ruth Ann's on Veterans Parkway. Breakfast begins at 7:30am and you are encouraged to bring a friend with you. $6.00 is asked of regular members.  First timers and visitors are our guests.

Contact: Lee Brantley  706-324-6471

Nominations sought for One Columbus Community Excellence Award

The Fifth Annual One Columbus Recognition Dinner will be held on Thursday, January 22, 2009, where a person or organization will receive the prestigious One Columbus Community Excellence Award for their work in the field of diversity and race relations. The Richard R Miles award will be given to a high school junior or senior for similar work in their school and community. The Dinner will be held at the Trade Center at 7:00 pm and will conclude a week of events that start with Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday.

The nomination form and criteria can be accessed from the homepage of the One Columbus website www.onecolumbus.org.