JANUARY 2010

Jan. 5-8, 2010
ELDERS FOR TODAY CONFERENCE
Memories, Dreams and Reality: The Civil Rights Movement 1960-2010
An interactive journey to examine the history of the Civil Rights Movement and the lasting impact of this movement on individuals today.
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Jan. 12
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Sharon Howell
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Saturday, Jan. 16
WORKSHOP: Peace & Community: MLK’s Vision of Peace
This workshop will teach, motivate, and inspire participants to become an instrument for peace, following in the steps of Dr. King’s teachings.
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Workshop
3 - 3:30 p.m. Peace Commitment Service
Fee and pre-registration apply. For more information, visit www.scarrittbennett.org or call (615) 340-7450.
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Saturday, Jan. 16
ART OPENING RECEPTION: Talcum Fables, an Off the Wall Group Show
A group show by local artists collective Off the Wall featuring installation, painting, photography, and more by six local artists. The show explores storytelling through unusual materials. The exhibit runs through March 6th.
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
gallery F (corner of Grand Ave. and 19th Ave. South on the Scarritt-Bennett campus)
Free & open to the public.
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Tuesday, Jan. 19
INTERFAITH PEACE SERVICE with Nashville Peace and Justice Center
Join people of different faiths to celebrate peace.
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Service
7:30 - 9 p.m. Reception
Free & open to the public.

Tuesday, Jan. 19
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Kwasi Kena
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Tuesday, Jan. 26
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Buddy Mason
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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FEBRUARY 2010

Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, March 1, 8 (Mondays)
DIALOGUES ON RACISM
Community Diversity in Dialogue Groups
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Fee and pre-registration apply. For more information, visit www.scarrittbennett.org/programs/divdialogue.aspx or e-mail Diana Holland at dholland@scarrittbennett.org.
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Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23, March 2, 9 (Tuesdays)
DIALOGUES ON IMMIGRATION
Community Diversity in Dialogue Groups
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Fee and pre-registration apply. For more information, visit www.scarrittbennett.org/programs/divdialogue.aspx or e-mail Diana Holland at dholland@scarrittbennett.org.
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Tuesday, Feb. 2
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Mike Waldrop
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Friday, Feb. 5
“WHITE MEN ON RACE”
Lecture presentation with Dr. Joe Feagin
This nationally-renowned sociologist and author will discuss some of the latest, most groundbreaking research that refutes the common myth that we live in a “post-racial” society.
7 - 8 p.m. Presentation
8 - 8:30 p.m. Question and answer session
Laskey Great Hall
Free & open to the public.
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Saturday, Feb. 6
WORKSHOP: “U.S. History My Teacher Never Told Me” with Dr. Joe Feagin
Learn the pieces of cultural history not taught in American history books.
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Fee and pre-registration apply. For more information, call (615) 340-7450.
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Tuesday, Feb. 9
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Jack Ewing
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Tuesday, Feb. 16
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Melvin Talbert
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Friday, Feb. 19
“THE WASHINGTONS OF WESSYNGTON PLANTATION:
Stories of My Family’s Journey to Freedom”
featuring genealogy expert and author, John Baker
Baker tells the story of his ancestors, slaves on Wessyngton Plantation, and the stories of the hundreds of other African Americans connected with the plantation for more than 200 years. It is a story of family, faith, and community.
7 - 9 p.m.
Harambee Auditorium
Free & open to the public.
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Tuesday, Feb. 23
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Judi Hoffman
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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MARCH 2010

Tuesday, March 2
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Garlinda Burton
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Monday, March 8
A CELEBRATION OF WOMEN:
International Women’s Day at Scarritt-Bennett
featuring the exhibit HERSTORY
5- 7 p.m.
Laskey Lobby
Free & open to the public.
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Monday, March 8
LENTEN STUDY SERIES
Mondays, March 8, 15 & 22
6:30 - 8 pm
Join us as we explore the meaning of the resurrection and the mystery of faith.
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Tuesday, March 9
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Kathleen Flood
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Saturday, March 13
ART OPENING RECEPTION: NATIVE
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
gallery F (corner of Grand Ave. and 19th Ave. South on the Scarritt-Bennett campus)
Free & open to the public.
The exhibit runs through May 24.
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Monday, March 15
LENTEN STUDY SERIES
Mondays, March 8, 15 & 22
6:30 - 8 pm
Join us as we explore the meaning of the resurrection and the mystery of faith.
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Tuesday, March 16
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Joe Pennel
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Sunday, March 21
WOMEN OF THE SONG: A Music Festival Celebrating Women Hymn Writers
4 pm
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Monday, March 22
LENTEN STUDY SERIES
Mondays, March 8, 15 & 22
6:30 - 8 pm
Join us as we explore the meaning of the resurrection and the mystery of faith.
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Tuesday, March 23
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Kay Gray
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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APRIL 2010

ART EXHIBIT: NATIVE
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
gallery F (corner of Grand Ave. and 19th Ave. South on the Scarritt-Bennett campus)
Free & open to the public.
The exhibit runs through May 24.
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April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10 (Mondays)
DIALOGUES ON IMMIGRATION
Community Diversity in Dialogue Groups
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Fee and pre-registration apply. For more information, visit www.scarrittbennett.org/programs/divdialogue.aspx or e-mail Diana Holland at dholland@scarrittbennett.org.
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April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11 (Tuesdays)
DIALOGUES ON RACISM
Community Diversity in Dialogue Groups
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Fee and pre-registration apply. For more information, visit www.scarrittbennett.org/programs/divdialogue.aspx or e-mail Diana Holland at dholland@scarrittbennett.org.
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April 8-11
WRITERS’ RETREAT: Room to Write
The goal of Room to Write is to provide participants with three days of uninterrupted writing time in the serene setting of Scarritt-Bennett’s beautiful, tree-lined campus.
Fee and pre-registration apply. For more information call (615) 340-7450. Details to come.
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Tuesday, April 20
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Rev. Beth A. Richardson
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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April 8-11
ADMIN PROFESSIONALS DAY LUNCHEON IN SUSIE GRAY DINING HALL
11:30 - 1 pm
Thank the people who work hard to keep your business running!
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April 21, 28, May 5, 12, & 19 (Wednesdays)
Workshop Series : Recovery – The Sacred Art: The 12 Steps as Spiritual Practice
Featuring Rabbi Rami Shapiro
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
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Tuesday, April 27
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Rev. Dr. Fred Allen
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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MAY 2010

ART EXHIBIT: NATIVE
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
gallery F (corner of Grand Ave. and 19th Ave. South on the Scarritt-Bennett campus)
Free & open to the public.
The exhibit runs through May 24.
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Tuesday, May 4
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Rev. Candace Lewis
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Sunday, May 9
LUNCHEON: Mother’s Day Luncheon in Susie Gray Dining Hall
The perfect Mother’s Day gift. Treat your mother to the delicious cuisine of Scarritt-Bennett’s executive chef Jennifer Wood, in the beautiful setting of the historic Susie Gray Dining Hall.
Individuals and groups welcome. Reservations required; call (615) 340-7500 or e-mail reservations@scarrittbennett.org
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Tuesday, May 11
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring H. Sharon Howell
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Tuesday, May 18
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Rabbi Rami Shapiro
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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May 19-23
ALUMNI GATHERING - Alumni Gathering at Brooks Howell
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Tuesday, May 25
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
FeaturingDr. Lewis Baldwin
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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JUNE 2010

Tuesday, June 1
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Rev. Gail Seavey
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Friday, June 4
HOT TOPICS
on current, critical issues facing our community
A discussion series at Scarritt-Bennett.
Featuring Dwight Lewis, The Tennessean
“The responsibility of media in social justice”
Several Fridays this summer we’ll focus on a specific issue, hear from a local expert, and then open up the floor for a group discussion on the issue. Join us for lunch and to share your opinion with your neighbors – and to hear theirs.
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Tuesday, June 8
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Vance Ross
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Friday, June 11
HOT TOPICS
on current, critical issues facing our community
A discussion series at Scarritt-Bennett.
Featuring Mike Hodge, Neighborhoods Resource Center
“Gentrification in Nashville: Revitalizing neighborhoods or displacing neighbors?”
Several Fridays this summer we’ll focus on a specific issue, hear from a local expert, and then open up the floor for a group discussion on the issue. Join us for lunch and to share your opinion with your neighbors – and to hear theirs.
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Monday, June 14
MORE THAN A BOOK!
Women's Book Club @ Scarritt-Bennett
Women of all ages, faiths and ethnicities are invited to become members of the inaugural Scarritt-Bennett book club.This book club provides a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, enrich your reading experience, and expand your perspective of the issues that are raised in the selected books. Lively conversation and fellowship guaranteed.
When: Second Monday of each month, from 7 to 8:15pm
First meeting: Monday, June 14
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Tuesday, June 15
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Very Rev. Timothy Kimbrough
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Friday, June 18
HOT TOPICS
on current, critical issues facing our community
A discussion series at Scarritt-Bennett.
Featuring Elias Feghali, Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition
“Immigration”
Several Fridays this summer we’ll focus on a specific issue, hear from a local expert, and then open up the floor for a group discussion on the issue. Join us for lunch and to share your opinion with your neighbors – and to hear theirs.
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Tuesday, June 22
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Rev. C. Kaye Harvey
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Thursday, June 24
POET'S CORNER @ Scarritt-Bennett
Featuring T.J. Jarrett
Join fellow poetry enthusiasts for a monthly reading by a featured local poet. The environment is informal and conversation between the poet and audience is encouraged.
7 - 8 p.m.
The Front Porch @ Scarritt-Bennett
Free & open to the public.
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Tuesday, June 29
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Rev. V. H. “Sonnye” Dixon
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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JULY 2010

Tuesday, July 6
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
Featuring Rev. Phil Kinzer
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Monday, July 12
MORE THAN A BOOK!
Women's Book Club @ Scarritt-Bennett
Women of all ages, faiths and ethnicities are invited to become members of the inaugural Scarritt-Bennett book club.This book club provides a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, enrich your reading experience, and expand your perspective of the issues that are raised in the selected books. Lively conversation and fellowship guaranteed.
When: Second Monday of each month, from 7 to 8:15pm
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Tuesday, July 13
NEXT DOOR NEIGHBORS
Meet The People Of Bhutan That Call Nashville Home

7-9p.m.
Catch a glimpse of the daily life of this culture through exerpts from NPT's documentary. Then get an even better understanding of the people from this culture in a follow-up panel discussion.
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Tuesday, July 13
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Friday, July 16
HOT TOPICS
on current, critical issues facing our community
A discussion series at Scarritt-Bennett.
Featuring Kasar Abdulla, Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition
“What it means to be a Muslim woman in Nashville”
Several Fridays this summer we’ll focus on a specific issue, hear from a local expert, and then open up the floor for a group discussion on the issue. Join us for lunch and to share your opinion with your neighbors – and to hear theirs.
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Tuesday, July 20
TUESDAYS IN THE CHAPEL
A series of spiritual services featuring scripture, prayer and music with guest preachers from a variety of backgrounds and faiths.
12:30 - 1:05p.m.
Wightman Chapel
Free & open to the public.
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Thursday, July 22
POET'S CORNER @ Scarritt-Bennett
Join fellow poetry enthusiasts for a monthly reading by a featured local poet. The environment is informal and conversation between the poet and audience is encouraged.
7 - 8 p.m.
The Front Porch @ Scarritt-Bennett
Free & open to the public.
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Friday, July 23
HOT TOPICS
on current, critical issues facing our community
A discussion series at Scarritt-Bennett.
Featuring Tony Garr, Tennessee Health Care Campaign
“The new health care law: What’s in it for me & Tennessee?”
Several Fridays this summer we’ll focus on a specific issue, hear from a local expert, and then open up the floor for a group discussion on the issue. Join us for lunch and to share your opinion with your neighbors – and to hear theirs.
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Friday, July 30
HOT TOPICS
on current, critical issues facing our community
A discussion series at Scarritt-Bennett.
TBA
Several Fridays this summer we’ll focus on a specific issue, hear from a local expert, and then open up the floor for a group discussion on the issue. Join us for lunch and to share your opinion with your neighbors – and to hear theirs.
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AUGUST 2010

Monday, Aug. 9
MORE THAN A BOOK!
Women's Book Club @ Scarritt-Bennett
Women of all ages, faiths and ethnicities are invited to become members of the inaugural Scarritt-Bennett book club.This book club provides a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, enrich your reading experience, and expand your perspective of the issues that are raised in the selected books. Lively conversation and fellowship guaranteed.
When: Second Monday of each month, from 7 to 8:15pm
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Thursday, Aug. 26
POET'S CORNER @ Scarritt-Bennett
Join fellow poetry enthusiasts for a monthly reading by a featured local poet. The environment is informal and conversation between the poet and audience is encouraged.
7 - 8 p.m.
The Front Porch @ Scarritt-Bennett
Free & open to the public.
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SEPTEMBER 2010

Monday, Sept. 13
MORE THAN A BOOK!
Women's Book Club @ Scarritt-Bennett
Women of all ages, faiths and ethnicities are invited to become members of the inaugural Scarritt-Bennett book club.This book club provides a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, enrich your reading experience, and expand your perspective of the issues that are raised in the selected books. Lively conversation and fellowship guaranteed.
When: Second Monday of each month, from 7 to 8:15pm
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Thursday, Sept. 23
POET'S CORNER @ Scarritt-Bennett
Join fellow poetry enthusiasts for a monthly reading by a featured local poet. The environment is informal and conversation between the poet and audience is encouraged.
7 - 8 p.m.
The Front Porch @ Scarritt-Bennett
Free & open to the public.
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OCTOBER 2010

Saturday, Oct. 2
14th ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF CULTURES FESTIVAL
A free event held in Centennial Park that aims to bring people of all backgrounds
together to celebrate the cultural diversity of Middle Tennessee.
Presented by Scarritt-Bennett Center and the Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation.
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Monday, Oct. 11
MORE THAN A BOOK!
Women's Book Club @ Scarritt-Bennett
Women of all ages, faiths and ethnicities are invited to become members of the inaugural Scarritt-Bennett book club.This book club provides a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, enrich your reading experience, and expand your perspective of the issues that are raised in the selected books. Lively conversation and fellowship guaranteed.
When: Second Monday of each month, from 7 to 8:15pm
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Thursday, Oct. 28
POET'S CORNER @ Scarritt-Bennett
Join fellow poetry enthusiasts for a monthly reading by a featured local poet. The environment is informal and conversation between the poet and audience is encouraged.
7 - 8 p.m.
The Front Porch @ Scarritt-Bennett
Free & open to the public.
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NOVEMBER 2010

Monday, Nov. 8
MORE THAN A BOOK!
Women's Book Club @ Scarritt-Bennett
Women of all ages, faiths and ethnicities are invited to become members of the inaugural Scarritt-Bennett book club.This book club provides a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, enrich your reading experience, and expand your perspective of the issues that are raised in the selected books. Lively conversation and fellowship guaranteed.
When: Second Monday of each month, from 7 to 8:15pm
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DECEMBER 2010

Monday, Dec. 13
MORE THAN A BOOK!
Women's Book Club @ Scarritt-Bennett
Women of all ages, faiths and ethnicities are invited to become members of the inaugural Scarritt-Bennett book club.This book club provides a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, enrich your reading experience, and expand your perspective of the issues that are raised in the selected books. Lively conversation and fellowship guaranteed.
When: Second Monday of each month, from 7 to 8:15pm
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