The Umbrella Arts & Environment and The Umbrella Visual Arts programs, in partnership with the Concord, MA-based Social Documentary Network/ZEKE Magazine, present an exciting new exhibition of world-class documentary photography emphasizing long-term sustainable solutions to the climate crisis including the Indigenous People’s Burn Network in the western United States; Nemo’s Garden in Italy — the world’s first underwater greenhouse; the African Women Rising’s Permagarden Program in Uganda, and others. The exhibition is inspired by the Spring 2022 issue featuring projects by Kiliii Yuyan, Giacomo d'Orlando, Sarah Fretwell, and veteran climate journalist Antonia Juhasz. Opening Reception Friday, July 8, 6:00-7:30 pm ET Free public reception with remarks by curator Glenn Ruga, Arts
The incredibly talented singer, Jesse Ruben, www.jesseruben.com, will be performing a benefit concert, August 7th at 4 PM in the First Parish Church of Bedford. Jesse is a Brooklyn singer/songwriter and performed on the Today Show. This fundraising event is hosted by the Inz family, Bedford residents. Donations will be accepted to purchase medical supplies for the people of Ukraine. Bedford for Ukraine will forward 100% of the donations to Ukraine Forward, www.ukraineforward.org.
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Join in on climate action with friends, old and new. We will talk about climate issues, with banning leaf blowers likely to come up, since that is a passion of our host. We will have our chapter’s town-wide composting petition still available to sign and for you to share with your friends. Come socialize outside and chat about how to move forward on climate mitigation efforts for the sake of all children. Optional: Bring an appetizer to share. RSVP : https://www.mothersoutfront.org/events/bedford-ma-20220723/