Join the Asian Network at Yale, DiversAbility at Yale, Yale Information Technology Services – Climate, Culture, and Inclusion Task Force, and the Yale Working Women’s Network for a Virtual Screening of CONFETTI + Discussion with Director Ann Hu.
Grab you dancing shoes, a partner, and join the Yale Latino Networking Group, as we celebrate the conclusion of Hispanic Heritage Month. Music will be provided by Herman Ham Entertainment Group. This event is family friendly, all are welcome!
Following the fall of Kabul and the evacuation of Afghan friends and allies, an estimated 75,000 Afghans are arriving in the United States, with 450 to New Haven and Connecticut to rebuild their lives. They are fleeing retribution or persecution from the Taliban and have one goal: to live in safety. Come and learn about the many efforts underway and how you can help. This event is co-sponsored by the Asian Network at Yale, Future Leaders of Yale, Working Women’s Network, and Yale Veterans Network.
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, please join the Yale Latino Networking Group and Working Women’s Network for salsa dancing and a beer cocktail tasting with Alisa Bowens-Mercado. No prior experience is required. We look forward to seeing you on the virtual dance floor!
Alisa Bowens-Mercado is the Founder, CEO, and Brewmaster of Rhythm Brewing Co. Affectionately known as “Lady Lager”, she made history by becoming the first African-American, woman-owned beer brand in the state of Connecticut (4th in the Country).
The New Haven Free Public Library, in partnership with the Yale Affinity Groups, is excited to bring you this new book club for families focusing on topics of social importance. This month we focus on Hispanic Heritage with a reading of Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré by Anika Aldamuy Denise. Come for the reading and stay for the discussion. This event will take place in the Children’s Room of the New Haven Free Public Library, 133 Elm St. Questions? Call (203) 946-8129.
The New Haven Free Public Library, in partnership with the Yale Affinity Groups, is excited to continue this new book club for families focusing on topics of social importance! This month we focus on people with disabilities with a reading of What Happened to YOU?, by James Catch-pole. Come for the reading, and stay for the discussion! Questions? Call (203) 946-8129. No registration is required. Join us via the Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/97875618425?pwd=VU13MDM3OGJmV3VEVUdXdjRuN1FFUT09#success
In honor of Constance Baker Motley’s 100th birthday, join the Yale African American Affinity Group, Working Women’s Network, and The New Haven Club of The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Club’s Inc. for a virtual screening of Justice is a Black Woman: The Life and Work of Constance Baker Motley. This documentary chronicles the life and work of Motley, an “unsung” hero of the civil rights movement. Following the screening, we will have a Q&A with filmmaker Dr. Gary Ford Jr.
Join the Working Women’s Network, Yale Peabody Museum, and the New Haven Free Public Library for a dinosaur event.
The Division of Vertebrate Paleontology houses one of the most important vertebrate fossil collections in North America, including many of the first dinosaurs ever discovered and named. This behind-the-scenes tour is your chance to see where fossilized bones from well-known dinosaurs like Brontosaurus, Apatosaurus, Camarasaurus and Stegosaurs are stored.
Join Yale’s affinity groups to support the Boys & Girls Club of New Haven Backpack & School Supply Drive that will take place through Sunday, August 15th.
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.
