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CALENDAR LISTINGS FOR Friday, September
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BRATTLEBORO "Takeover!" (R): "Takeover": On 7/14/1970, 50 activists - members of the Young Lords Party - stormed the dilapidated Lincoln Hospital in the So. Bronx, drove out administrative staff, barricaded entrances and windows, and made their cries for decent healthcare known to the world. They raised the Puerto Rican flag atop the building as well as a banner reading "The People's Hospital." . 7:30 - 8:10 p.m. film. Masks and social distancing requested. "Takeover!" endeavors to capture the imagination of a new generation of activists and suggest actions that ordinary citizens can take to change the conversation and the country. Through archival footage, reenactments, modern-day interviews, we follow the Young Lords' resistance against institutions curated by wealth and white supremacy and their fight for the most basic of human rights: accessible, quality healthcare. (If it rains, go to the Brooks Memorial Library.). Brattleboro Common, btw. Putney Rd. & Linden St. Film clip: www.marketroadfilms.com/takeover msimms@wsesdvt.org.
WALPOLE Brattleboro Museum and Art Center's Fall Gala & Benefit Auction: Fun and elegant evening in support of BMAC's programs for children and teens. This year's festivities include a great selection of wine, beer, and cocktails; appetizers, dinner, dessert by A Vermont Table; silent and live auction featuring fine art, rare wine, vacation getaways; live music and dancing under the stars and - most importantly - good company gathered together for a worthy cause. 6 p.m. Black tie optional. Tiaras encouraged. This year's gala will also honor the remarkable 32-year legacy of BMAC's chief curator/former director Mara Williams, who will retire at the end of 2021. $75 per person, $500 per table of 8. Alysons Orchard, 57 Alysons Ln. Ticket info or if you cannot attend but wish to make a donation: 802-257-0124 x 101.
LONDONDERRY PAW Patrol - The Movie: Drive-In Movie Night: Based on the popular television series PAW Patrol, this film will be screened inside Neighborhood Connections' in a Drive-In Movie environment. Children will be seated in their own "cars" to enjoy the movie. Boxes are available for pick-up should you want to custom-decorate your children's "ride." Otherwise, assembled boxes will be available. 5 - 7 p.m. Pizza and popcorn will be served. Free. Neighborhood Connections, The Meeting Place, Rte. 100, 5700 Marketplace (across from the post office). Register: 802-824-4343; Click for more info on Web in new window.
