Today’s Communiqué – 6.2.23

1. “Remembering The Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921”, by Wendell Griffen


2. Arkansas Gun Safety Advocates To Host Community Wear Orange Event As Part Of Nationwide Effort

2023 Has Already Been A Deadly Year Due to Gun Violence in the United States; #WearOrange Campaign – With 400 Events Nationwide – Demands an End to This Public Health Crisis.

On Sunday, June 4, 2023, as part of Wear Orange Weekend and National Gun Violence Awareness Day, volunteers with the Arkansas chapter of Moms Demand Action, in partnership with the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund, will cohost a Wear Orange event to honor the lives of those affected by gun violence and elevate gun violence prevention efforts nationwide.

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3. Black History Commission Presents Its June Symposium Featuring African American Authors & Visual Artists


4. Habitat for Humanity Now Accepting Applications for New Homeowners

It’s our favorite time: time to look for new homeowners! We are preparing to reopen the application process in June. We will require those interested to attend an orientation session (no longer than one hour) before they receive an application to fill out. There will be three orientation sessions from which to choose.

Wednesday, May 31, at noon, at the Little Rock ReStore

Saturday, June 3, at 10 a.m., at the Little Rock ReStore

Saturday, June 3, at 11 a.m., at the Little Rock ReStore

Following the week of orientation sessions, we will open the application window from June 5 – 19. If you or someone you know might be interested, contact Manuela Catic.


5. The Junior League of North Little Rock Hosts Pearls on the Plaza


6. After the Census In Black Genealogy featuring Author, Lecturer, & Genealogist Tony Burroughs


7. Flyght Black & The Nest Present The Rosé Soirée

Cheers to National Rosé Day! Don’t miss The Rosé Soirée presented by Flyght Black and The Nest on June 10 from 3-6 p.m. and enjoy delicious tastings featuring our favorite pink bevvy in a souvenir wine glass. Tickets are $50


8. Jim Dailey Fitness & Aquatic Center Hosts Summer Movie at the Pool


9. Jim Dailey Fitness & Aquatic Center Hosts the World Largest Swim Lesson