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SUMMARY:NAIJTF May Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at the Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Ave. at 7:15pm. All are welcome. Please use the Linden Street door at the top of the ramp. \nGuest Speaker Jeff Perrot is a trained verifier with the LUCE Immigrant Justice Network. LUCE operates a hotline that any concerned community members can call for verification when “You suspect ICE or DHS\, FBI\, federal agents\, or unidentified suspicious activity in your community.”  There’s more!  Come learn about this important organization.\n 
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/naijtf-may-meeting/
LOCATION:Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force":MAILTO:info@immigrationneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T181500
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T204500Z
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SUMMARY:Casa Allies Bi-Weekly Zoom Meeting 4/24
DESCRIPTION:Casa Allies meetings are held every other Thursday 5:30-6:15. \nCasa Allies is a coalition of justice organizations based in MetroWest\, united in support of the MetroWest Worker Center (Casa) and the immigrant communities it serves. The group holds bi-weekly meetings to keep allies informed and actively engaged in advocating for and supporting their immigrant neighbors. Casa Allies meetings include: \n\nUpdates from Casa leaders on current situations\, emerging needs\, and volunteer opportunities\nInformation on specific accompaniment needs\, with a chance to sign up for assistance.\nWays to advocate relevant legislation.\n\nTo receive a link to join this meeting and/or to join the email list for information about the bi-weekly meetings\, training opportunities\, or accompaniment opportunities email allies@mwc-casa.org. \nCasa Allies: Thursday\, April 24\, 5:30-6:15 on Zoom.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/casa-allies-bi-weekly-zoom-meeting-4-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Task Force
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T181500
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
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UID:1267-1744306200-1744308900@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Casa Allies Bi-Weekly Zoom Meeting 4/10
DESCRIPTION:Casa Allies meetings are held every other Thursday 5:30-6:15. \nCasa Allies is a coalition of justice organizations based in MetroWest\, united in support of the MetroWest Worker Center (Casa) and the immigrant communities it serves. The group holds bi-weekly meetings to keep allies informed and actively engaged in advocating for and supporting their immigrant neighbors. Casa Allies meetings include: \n\nUpdates from Casa leaders on current situations\, emerging needs\, and volunteer opportunities\nInformation on specific accompaniment needs\, with a chance to sign up for assistance.\nWays to advocate relevant legislation.\n\nTo receive a link to join this meeting and/or to join the email list for information about the bi-weekly meetings\, training opportunities\, or accompaniment opportunities email allies@mwc-casa.org. \nCasa Allies: Thursday\, April 10\, 5:30-6:15 on Zoom.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/casa-allies-bi-weekly-zoom-meeting-4-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T164617Z
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SUMMARY:Immigrants Day at State House 2.0
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition (MIRA) is thrilled to announce its 29th annual Immigrants’ Day at the State House! This 2 day event is where we celebrate the contributions of immigrants in our Commonwealth and advocate for our legislative and budget priorities. \n\n➡️ Click here to find more details about Day 1: IDSH Conference\n\n\n\n    Tuesday\, March 18th\, 2025\n\n\n\n\n➡️ Click here to find more details about Day 2: Immigrants’ Day at the State House (✨FREE event!✨) \n\n     Wednesday\, March 19th\, 2025
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/immigrants-day-at-state-house-2-0/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T210000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250315T123339Z
UID:1251-1741634100-1741640400@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Rep. Josh Tarsky at March Meeting
DESCRIPTION:At the next meeting of the Task Force on March 10th at 7:15 our new state rep\, Josh Tarsky\, will join us to discuss upcoming legislation affecting immigrants.  We have identified and informed him of 5 bills to discuss.\n\nPlease plan to come in person\, but if you cannot you can join by Zoom. We will meet at the Needham Congregational Church\, 1154 Great Plain Avenue. Please enter through the Linden St. entrance (via the ramp) across from the Post Office.\n\nFor Zoom attendance\, please register in advance.\n\nClick here for information on the five bills we will be discussing.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/rep-josh-tarsky-at-march-meeting/
LOCATION:Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force":MAILTO:info@immigrationneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20250304T202731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T202731Z
UID:1261-1741172400-1741179600@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Day of Action in Solidarity with Immigrants
DESCRIPTION:Day of Action in Solidarity with Immigrant Communities March 5 \n 
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/day-of-action-in-solidarity-with-immigrants/
LOCATION:Boston City Hall Plaza
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20250214T220123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T220123Z
UID:1246-1740700800-1740787199@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Protest the Rollback of DEI Initiatives
DESCRIPTION:Join the nationwide economic blackout as a response to the rollback of diversity\, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives sparked by the federal government. The People’s Union originated from grassroots efforts of Americans looking to regain control over corporate influence. \nWhen President Donald Trump reentered office last month\, one of his first calls to action was to end several of the DEI initiatives in the federal government. He mandated in an executive order that funds could be frozen for companies that do not comply. He also outlawed any messaging that promotes inclusion-based language. \nThe orders have caused PBS to close its DEI office\, while major companies like Amazon\, Target and Google are taking steps to dissolve DEI initiatives. \nDuring this one-day Economic Blackout\, participants are pledging to not make any purchases either online or in brick-and-mortar stores. \nThe People’s Union is targeting Amazon\, Walmart and Best Buy\, but the group is also asking boycotters to refrain from spending money on fast food or gas\, as well. \nIf consumers must make purchases\, they are asked to buy only from small\, local businesses. The People’s Union originated from grassroots efforts of Americans looking to regain control over corporate influence. \nThe 24 hour Economic Blackout\n\nAs our first initial act\, we turn it off.  \nFor one day we show them who really holds the power \nWHEN: \nThursday February 27th from Midnight till Friday The 28th Midnight \n(A full 24 hours of the 28th) \n12:00 AM to 12:00 AM \nWHAT NOT TO DO: \nDo not make any purchases \nDo not shop online\, or in-store \nNo Amazon\, No Walmart\, No Best Buy \nNowhere! \nDo not spend money on: \nFast Food \nGas \nMajor Retailers \nDo not use Credit or Debit Cards for non essential spending \nWHAT YOU CAN DO: \nOnly buy essentials of absolutely necessary  \n(Food\, Medicine\, Emergency Supplies) \nIf you must spend\, ONLY support small\, local businesses. \nSPREAD THE MESSAGE \nTalk about it\, post about it\, and document your actions that day! \nWHY THIS MATTERS! \n~ Corporations and banks only care about their bottom line. \n~ If we disrupt the economy for just ONE day\, it sends a powerful message. \n~ If they don’t listen (they wont) we make the next blackout longer (We will) \nThis is our first action. \nThis is how we make history.  \nFebruary 28th \nThe 24 Hour Economic Black Out Begins. \n\nSource: Newsweek\, jointhepeoplesunion.com
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/protest-the-rollback-of-dei-initiatives/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20250207T165632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T171036Z
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SUMMARY:Immigration Support Volunteers Training
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, February 12\, Casa will conduct a training for volunteers who would like to provide general support and/or  accompany immigrant families to appointments.  This training is on Zoom from 5:30-7 PM.  To join this Zoom meeting:  https://zoom.us/j/98399646956
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/immigration-support-volunteers-training/
LOCATION:zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20250130T190436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T185744Z
UID:1204-1739214900-1739221200@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Know Your Rights Training at NAIJTF Feb Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to an open meeting of the Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force. The meeting will feature a Know Your Rights (KYR) training\, specifically designed for allies\, and will be led by staff from the Metrowest Worker Center – Casa. \nJoin us on Monday\, February 10\, 2025\, 7:15pm -9:00pm at Congregational Church of Needham\, Needham\, MA – Linden Hall. Please enter Linden Hall from the Linden Street door right across from the Post Office. \nThis event is in person only.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/know-your-rights-training-at-naijtf-feb-meeting/
LOCATION:Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force":MAILTO:info@immigrationneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250127T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250127T210000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20241118T204041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T185735Z
UID:1144-1738006200-1738011600@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Forum on U.S. Immigration Policy
DESCRIPTION:  \nDownload the flyer (pdf). \nJoin the Zoom on Jan 27 at 7:30pm. \nThe Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force and the Needham Human Rights Committee are co-hosting a forum featuring immigration attorney and Needham resident Heather Yountz\, on January 27\, 2025\, at 7:30 pm\, at the Center at the Heights\, 300 Hillside Ave.\, Needham. \nMs. Yountz is Senior Immigration Attorney at the Massachusetts Law Reform Institute. The forum will focus on the future of U.S. immigration policy\, based on her past experiences and future expectations. She has titled her presentation: “Fool Me Twice: The New Administration’s Anti-Immigration Playbook.” \nThe forum will conclude with a special prestation from STITCCH (Students Teaching Instruments to Create Community Harmony)\, www.stitcch.com. Needham High co-founders Miles Yountz and Maggie Sharrard and others will share their experiences teaching violin and chorus to low-income children\, many of whom are immigrants and/or part of the shelter system. \nA Question-and-Answer Period will follow. \nCommunity organizations will be on hand at tables before and after the presentations to discuss their work and share materials. \nThe forum is best experienced in person\, but a Zoom option is available at the following link: https://bit.ly/imm-forum.  For further information email info@immigrationneedham.org. \nAll are welcome to attend this free event.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/forum-on-u-s-immigration-policy/
LOCATION:Center at the Heights\, 300 Hillside Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force":MAILTO:info@immigrationneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20250106T155248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T185750Z
UID:1174-1737365400-1737372600@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:MLK\, Jr. Day Celebration 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join the Needham Diversity Initiative for an inspiring program filled with music\, celebration and meaning. “Everyone can be great\, because everyone can serve.” \nTime & Location\n\n\nJan 20\, 2025\, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM \nNeedham High School\, Admiral Gracey Dr.\, 609 Webster St\, Needham\, MA 02494\, USA \n\n\n\nAbout the event\n\n\n\n“Everyone can be great\, because everyone can serve.” Program includes performances by several school and community groups including NHS The Bomb Squad\, Elliot School Choir\, Plugged in and more. Always a fan favorite\, Brother Dennis Slaughter returns with a rousing and interactive musical program. \nThe event is free and RSVP is not required.  \nDonations are appreciated and all donation collected at the event on through the NDI website during the month of January will go to the METCO Scholarship Fund.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/mlk-jr-day-celebration-2025/
LOCATION:Needham High School\, 609 Webster St.\, Needham\, MA\, 02494
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250115
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20250106T140426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T140628Z
UID:1169-1736812800-1736899199@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Special Election
DESCRIPTION:The Special Election will include a ballot question about amending our current zoning bylaws. \nInformation on the hours\, the ballot question wording\, voting options\, etc. sre posted on the Town Clerk’s website.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/needham-special-election/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Town Clerk":MAILTO:townclerk@needham.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250113T204500
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20250107T005801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T144545Z
UID:1181-1736795700-1736801100@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Task Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to an open meeting of the Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force! Needham Select Board vice chair Heidi Frail will join us to discuss the Neighborhood Housing Plan\, the subject of the January 14 Special Election. We will also discuss ongoing and future projects. All are invited. The meeting will be held on Zoom only–registration is required. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/task-force-meeting/
LOCATION:zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force":MAILTO:info@immigrationneedham.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250219
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20250130T191538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T192052Z
UID:1209-1735776000-1739923199@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Run for Office or Town Meeting in Needham
DESCRIPTION:Nomination papers for candidates running for Town Offices and Town Meeting Members are available in the Town Clerk’s Office for the Annual Town Election to be held on Tuesday\, April 8\, 2025. Signed nomination papers are due by February 18.\n \nSee details and Guide
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/run-for-office-or-town-meeting-in-needham/
LOCATION:Needham Town Hall
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ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Town Clerk":MAILTO:townclerk@needham.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20241022T171104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T201446Z
UID:1134-1731957300-1731963600@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Nov. 18 NAIJTF Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome at our November 18 meeting of the Needham Area Immigration Task Force. \nGuest speakers Bill and Sue Contente created Safe Landings RSG (“Refugee Support Group”) to help a refugee family get established in our area.  They’ll tell us about the organizational challenges of building a team\, raising money and dealing with the refugee resettlement agency.  They’ll also talk about the issues faced by their Honduran family\, such as housing\, school\, language\, health care and a thousand other things.  Spoiler alert:  the family’s doing well! \nEnter the church through the Linden Street entrance\, across from the Post Office\, door at the top of the ramp. \nAlthough we would love to see you in person\, a Zoom option is available. Registration is required.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/nov-18-naijtf-meeting/
LOCATION:Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force":MAILTO:info@immigrationneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20241115T143607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T143607Z
UID:1138-1731848400-1731862800@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:2024 Needham Diversity Summit
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Needham Area Immigration Task Force information table! \nPollard Middle School – 200 Harris Ave\, Needham \nDoors open at 12:30 for Refreshments and Socializing \nTo register\, click Here
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/2024-needham-diversity-summit/
LOCATION:Pollard Middle School\, 200 Harris Ave\, Needham\, 02492\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20240908T145119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240908T145749Z
UID:1113-1730790000-1730836800@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:2024 General Election
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 General Election is Tuesday\, November 5. To determine your polling location visit WhereDoIVoteMA.com. \nOffices on Ballot: \n\nElectors of President and Vice President\nU.S. Senator\nU.S. Representative\nGovernor’s Councillor\nState Senator\nState Representative\nRegister of Deeds\nClerk of Courts\nCounty Commissioner\, Norfolk County\n\nBallot Questions \nVoter Registration Deadline:\nOctober 26\, 2024 \nVote by Mail Application Deadline:\nOctober 29\, 2024 \nPolling Hours:\n7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/2024-general-election/
LOCATION:Five Polling Locations
ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Town Clerk":MAILTO:townclerk@needham.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T071500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20241022T170400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T155234Z
UID:1132-1730099700-1730149200@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Oct 28 NAIJTF Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome for our October 28 Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force Meeting. \nNaren Roy from the Metrowest Worker Center (Casa) will offer his insight about the legal paths immigrant families are navigating this year.  We will learn about Casa’s projects that support Haitian families in Temporary Protective Status (TPS) Processing Clinics\, as well as assisting recently arrived immigrants who are navigating the pro se asylum process.  The pro se asylum process allows individuals to apply for asylum without an attorney. \nWe look forward to seeing you on Monday\, October 28 at 7:15 PM at the Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Avenue. Please use the Linden Street door at the top of the ramp. We encourage you to attend in person. \nIf you cannot attend in person\, register for Zoom. You will then receive an email with information on joining. \nRegistration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArfuuqqj8tHNx7gRUD8ZVIIiGTkKk7Hwcq
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/oct-28-naijtf-meeting/
LOCATION:Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force":MAILTO:info@immigrationneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T150000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20240908T144404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240908T145307Z
UID:1108-1727607600-1727622000@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Needham Harvest Fair 2024
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force at the Voices in Unity booth sponsored by the Needham Diversity Initiative. Learn about the Task Force and find out how to participate! At Greene’s Field\, 11 am-3 pm on Sunday\, September 29.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/needham-harvest-fair-2024/
LOCATION:Greene’s Field\, Great Plain Ave and Pickering St\, Needham\, MA\, 02494
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T203000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20240827T155900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T160608Z
UID:1020-1726772400-1726777800@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Confronting History of Housing Discrimination
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 19 @ 7:00 p.m.\nJoin the Needham Housing Coalition on September 19th at 7 PM at the Center at the Heights or on zoom to learn about housing discrimination that has touched all of our communities. The speaker\, Robert Van Meter\, will help us look forward as we grapple with the need for more affordable housing in Needham. To help us plan for the evening\, please register. https://forms.gle/EUZ7dvkpjSfWBhpRA\n\nThe Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force is a co-sponsor of this event.\n\n 
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/confronting-history-of-housing-discrimination/
LOCATION:Center at the Heights\, 300 Hillside Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20240828T184808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240908T150122Z
UID:1069-1725909300-1725915600@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:NAIJTF September Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The first Task Force meeting of the new year is on Monday\, September 9\, 7:15 PM at the\nCongregational Church of Needham 1154 Great Plain Ave. Enter at Linden Street Door. All are welcome.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/naijtf-september-meeting/
LOCATION:Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force":MAILTO:info@immigrationneedham.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20240827T161242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T161242Z
UID:1028-1725346800-1725393600@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:State Primary Elections
DESCRIPTION:See the League of Women Voters Toolkit for the September 3 primary for information on voting and candidates. \n\nToolkit for MA Primaries 2024
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/state-primary-elections/
LOCATION:Five Polling Locations
ORGANIZER;CN="Needham Town Clerk":MAILTO:townclerk@needham.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20240526T193224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240526T193929Z
UID:996-1718910000-1718917200@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Suitcase Stories
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday evening\, June 20\, Needham will once again welcome Suitcase Stories\, a unique community event featuring tales of immigrant experiences. Storytelling is a great way to honor the diverse voices in our community. \nThe Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force and The Needham Community Council are excited to co-host Suitcase Stories Live on Thursday\, June 20\, 2024 at Wellesley College. Needham story tellers are ready to share their inspiring refugee and immigrant stories with their neighbors and friends.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/suitcase-stories-2/
LOCATION:Wellesley College\, Lower Level\, Lulu Chow Wang Campus Center (Tishman Commons)\, 21 Wellesley College Rd\, Wellesley\, MA\, 02481\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T203000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20240306T190747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T190747Z
UID:975-1710441900-1710448200@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Suitcase Stories Unpacked
DESCRIPTION:Everyone has a suitcase story. Reflect on how global migration has impacted your life in this fun\, interactive workshop. While connecting with neighbors of diverse identities\, learn how to share personal stories that inspire\, educate\, and connect people across cultures. This program is organized by the Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force. \nDATE/TIME \nThursday\, March 14 \n6:45 – 8:30 PM \nLOCATION/CHILDCARE \nNeedham Free Public Library – Community Room \nChildcare will be available. \nReserve a spot
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/suitcase-stories-unpacked/
LOCATION:Needham Public Library\,  1139 Highland Avenue\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210510T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210510T201500
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20210412T232455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T153116Z
UID:785-1620674100-1620677700@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Immigration and the New Administration: A Virtual Chat with Representative Jake Auchincloss
DESCRIPTION:Join the Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force for a short presentation and Q&A with our new U.S. representative\, Jake Auchincloss. \nRegister Now \nAbout Representative Auchincloss\nJake was born and raised in Newton\, Massachusetts\, the son of a surgeon and scientist. They taught him to be a lifelong learner and to give back to the community. From the moment he could read\, Jake loved American history.  After graduating from Harvard College\, Jake joined the Marines. He commanded infantry in Afghanistan and special operations in Panama. He’s now a major in the reserves. \nRepresentative Jake Auchincloss \nWhen Jake returned home to Newton\, he wanted to continue service. He won election to the Newton City Council in 2015 and topped the ticket in 2019. His favorite part of being a city councilor was constituent services and communication.  Jake chaired the transportation & public safety committee and was a member of the land use committee.  \nHis work at the intersections of (a) housing & racial justice\, and (b) transportation & the environment earned him endorsements from Progressive Newton and environmental advocates. Jake was the first city councilor to endorse Ruthanne Fuller\, the first woman to be Mayor of Newton. While serving as a city councilor on nights and weekends\, Jake managed teams at both a Fortune 100 and a startup. He led product development in cybersecurity and insurance. He has degrees in economics and finance from Harvard College and MIT Sloan.  Jake lives in Newtonville with his wife\, Michelle; their son\, Teddy; and their Labrador Retriever\, Donut. \nFor more information about Representative Auchincloss\, visit:\nhttps://auchincloss.house.gov \nRegister\nClick here to register for the event. \nAbout the Task Force\nThe Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force is a non-partisan\, non-denominational\, 501(c)(3) charitable organization comprised of area volunteers interested in welcoming immigrants to our community and embracing their cultures.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/rep-jake-auchincloss-chat-immigration/
LOCATION:Online Meeting\, Contact Host
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200615T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200615T200000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20200519T000428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200519T000446Z
UID:662-1592247600-1592251200@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Annual meeting for the Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force. \nPlease contact the host for details including how to connect. \nTime is TBD.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/annual-meeting-2020/
LOCATION:Online Meeting\, Contact Host
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200401T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200401T210000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20200225T180658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200312T170723Z
UID:613-1585769400-1585774800@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Canceled: Justice for All: A Conversation with Chief Justice Margaret H. Marshall
DESCRIPTION:CANCELED: We are sorry to report that this event has been canceled due to concerns related to the COVAD-19 virus. \nJoin us for this special evening! \nJustice for All: A Conversation with Chief Justice Margaret H. Marshall \nImmigrant\, Legal Scholar\, Groundbreaking\, Supreme Judicial Court! \nChief Justice Margaret H. Marshall (ret.) served on the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court as an Associate Justice from 1996 to 1999\, and as a Chief Justice from 1999-1020.  She was the first woman to hold the Chief Justice position in the Court’s more than three hundred year history. A graduate of Witwatersand University (Johannesburg\, South Africa)\, Harvard University\, and Yale Law School\, Chief Justice Marshall gained a national reputation for both her landmark decisions and her reforms of the Massachusetts court system. \nDuring her fourteen years on the Supreme Judicial Court\, Chief Justice Marshall wrote many groundbreaking opinions\, includin the 2003 decision in Goodridge v. Department of Public Health that made Massachusetts the first state to legalize same-sex marriage. A long-time advocate of access to justice for all\, she implemented innovative procedures for self-represented litigants and strengthened probono service by the bar. \nShe has received numerous awards recognizing her judicial an other accomplishments. \nEvent Co-Hosts: \nNeedham Area Immigration Justice Task Force\nLeague of Women Voters of Needham\nTemple Beth Shalom \nQuestions and Answers will follow the conversation \nFree and open to all!\nAccepting donations for Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force \nOfficial event website.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/justice-conversation-chief-justice-margaret-h-marshall/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Shalom\, 670 Highland Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200109T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200109T210000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20191209T200037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191209T200037Z
UID:563-1578598200-1578603600@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Justice Community Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join TBS Tzedek as we present speakers from Unitarian Universalist Mass Action (part of the Safe Communities Coalition) and Agencia Alpha\, an educational\, social service and advocacy organization for the immigrant community in Boston. They will present an overview of current legislation and will share their stories about the impact of federal immigration policy in their lives.  A Q&A session will follow the speakers. There will be an opportunity for participants to engage in an advocacy action during this event.\n \n\nThe UUMass Action speaker is Laura Wagner\, MSW\, Executive Director  https://www.uumassaction.org/\n\n\n \nThe Agencia Alpha speaker is Damaris Lopez\, Director of Programs\nhttp://www.agenciaalpha.org/ \nand\nhttps://www.cityofboston.gov/newbostonians/directory/info.aspx?id=43\n\n \nThe format will be roughly (a work in progress) :\n\n \n10 min: Overview of the current situation\, policy impact on local families\n15 min: Personal testimony from an immigrant neighbor\n15 Min: Legislative Overview – focused on Safe Communities Act\, will include info about the driving bill\n15 min: Participant Q & A\n10 min: ways to take action; \n10 min: engage in a group action\, such as postcard writing*10 min: commitments and close \n* may not be postcard writing–depends on what is happening legislatively and what has happened\, already\, over the month of December
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/immigration-justice-community-forum/
LOCATION:Temple Beth Shalom\, 670 Highland Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191209T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191209T204500
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20191112T005915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191112T005915Z
UID:507-1575918900-1575924300@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Task Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meeting of the Needham Area Immigration Justice Task Force. Everyone is welcome! \nDirections\nIf you are coming for the first time\, from Great Plain Ave\, turn onto Linden Street and turn right into the church parking lot.  The door with the Noah’s Ark sign on it is the very first door you will see on your right as you begin to pass by the church building.  If you are on time or a bit late\, someone will be at the door and point you to the room.  \nPlease try to arrive on time as we have a full agenda\, but if you are  unavoidably late\, turn left as you come to the door with the Noah’s Ark sign on it and walk around the building. Go up the first set of wooden stairs that you see and knock so we can let you in.
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/task-force-2019-12/
LOCATION:Congregational Church of Needham\, 1154 Great Plain Ave\, Needham\, MA\, 02494\, United States
CATEGORIES:Task Force
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260814T171626
CREATED:20191124T202934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T151220Z
UID:510-1575280800-1575306000@www.immigrationneedham.org
SUMMARY:Canceled: Safe Communities Act Hearing
DESCRIPTION:Due to the impeding storm\, this event has been cancelled. Stay tuned for a new date. \nDid you know the 175\,000 undocumented residents of the Commonwealth live in a constant state of fear of deportation? That number of people could fill two and a half Gillette Stadiums or close to five Fenway Parks! Passage of the Safe Communities Act will ensure both the fair treatment of undocumented people and public safety. \nPlease join us at the public hearing for the Safe Communities Act on Monday\, December 2\, 2019 at 10 am in Gardner Auditorium at the State House. RSVP and/or volunteer for a shift. \nGardner Auditiorium needs to be filled all day so we are signing up for shifts. ROYAL BLUE is the color of support. \nIf you can’t make it to the hearing\, no problem! There are many ways to support the campaign: \n1. CALL AND VISIT your legislators that day—even if you are or are not attending the hearing. We know the opposition loves to mobilize via phone calls. Let’s drown them out with our support calls. \nNeedham friends: \n\nRep. Denise Garlick 617-722-2380\nSen. Becca Rausch 617-722-1555\nSen. Mike Rush 617-722-1348\n\nOr find your legislator here. \n2. SHARE the Facebook event to your networks. \n3. DONATE to get buses of affected communities to the hearing. We know personal stories get legislators to listen! \n4. MORE INFO Here is a link to social media graphics\, postcards\, factsheets and more: SCA TOOLKIT \nWe see the horror stories at the border. But we can make a difference for immigrants right here in the Commonwealth. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.immigrationneedham.org/event/safe-communities-act-hearing/
LOCATION:Massachusetts
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