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Poetry camp promotes SMARTS Arts in Education

During summer 2022, ADC received a grant from Novant Health and contracted with Phillip Shabazz, a well-known poet, author, and teaching artist to bring his "Powers of Poetry Project" to Davidson-Davie Community college for a teen summer camp for up to 25 teens. The "Powers of Poetry Project" is a creative writing workshop which concludes with a celebratory Poetry Slam.

Local Girl Scout brings teen PRIDE Parade to Lexington

The Teen Pride Parade will be on Saturday, June 4. Here’s how it will go: At 1 p.m., participants will gather at the historic St. Stephen United Methodist Church’s lawn to make signs that express their beliefs during the walk. At 2 p.m., they’ll walk on the sidewalks in uptown Lexington. Then, they’ll return to the First Reformed United Church of Christ (FRUCC) Fellowship Hall at 3 p.m. to hear from speakers—including Rev. Elizabeth Horton, Rev. Dr. Arnetta Beverly, a representative from PFLAG, and Miller herself—as well as engage in community building activities. Snacks will be provided.

Young gardener is raising funds for local nonprofit

A few weeks ago, Lanie, 11, was at her church, Tyro United Methodist, with her family when she was witness to a presentation by a local nonprofit. Charlie’s Champions, which states on its website the organization “exists to provide love, hope and support to families whose children battle cancer,” shared its mission with the congregation. Determined to take action to make a difference, Lanie consulted with her father, Kevin, about using her talents to assist.