Lean Into Louisville

We encourage you to follow @FOEasternCem or visit the link below to learn how you can #LeanInto opportunities that allow you to serve the community and honor our past. friendsofeasterncemetery.com

Many thanks to the partners who made this necessary memorial possible - Frazier History Museum, Louisville Free Public Library, Western Branch Library, Friends of Eastern Cemetery, and Library Foundation and Bays Brothers for their generosity.

What a privilege it was to rightfully honor the pioneer Thomas Fountain Blue and his wife Cornelia Johnson Blue. We must continue to illuminate the stories of these amazing figures, and celebrate all they’ve contributed to make Louisville a better city.

Please plan to join us at 6 this evening for this important #BlackHistoryMonth conversation hosted by @LeanIntoLou.

Louisville Metro Human Relations Commission is hosting the 2020 Race Relations Conference on Thursday, April 9th! Registration costs $50 and continental breakfast & lunch will be provided. Call (502) 574-3631 for more information.

Learn more about the Synergy Project and join an Action Session near you! facebook.com/LMPD.ky/videos…

The next Synergy Action Session is scheduled for Thursday, March 5 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at Joshua Tabernacle Baptist Church. We hope you'll join us for this important conversation. facebook.com/events/2476914…

Join us for the March 12 opening of @LouisvilleVisual's BallotBox, a 2020 contemporary art exhibition at Louisville Metro Hall and other public locations the examines past and present voting rights. facebook.com/events/5433969…

Save the date! The 2020 Race Relations Conference is coming up and we hope to see you there.

There are two Synergy Action Sessions happening this week. Join us for an important conversation about police and community relations. facebook.com/LeanIntoLouisv…

We believe that real, honest conversation is a good way to strengthen police and community relationships. Join us for the next Synergy Action Session on March 3rd. facebook.com/events/5775606…

Louisville historian Tom Owen's research has revealed that during segregation there were 30+ Black communities scattered across Metro Louisville. He will detail the social and economic dynamics that led to the creation of those enclaves. Thurs., 2/27, 2pm, Main Library

We've added new Synergy Action Sessions throughout the community. Find a session convenient to your schedule and join the conversation to improve police and community relations. leanintolouisville.org/tag/synergy/

We are so happy that historian @ericaadunbar will be at the Main Library on Tuesday, March 24th to talk about her latest book "She Came To Slay." Get your tickets today at lfpl.org/upcomingevents…

We hope to see you at tonight's Synergy Action Session! facebook.com/events/1657845…

The next Synergy Action Session is tonight. We hope you can join us for an important discussion on police and community relations. facebook.com/events/2666180…

As we work toward greater equity, it's vital that we remember our history. Our @LFPL is hosting dozens of events to celebrate African American History Month! lfpl.org/events/?com=se…

Join artists, musicians & community leaders for the 6th Annual African American Read-In (Main Library, 2/24, 6:30pm). Guests include Jecorey "1200" Arthur, Jerika Jones, Albert Shumake IV, Cassia Herron, Otis Junior, Idris Goodwin, Jonese Franklin, Dathan Hooper & many more!

This is a great opportunity to learn about the free resources available to income-eligible residents living in the Portland, Russell, Phoenix Hill, Smoketown, Shelby Park & south central neighborhoods.