NAACP SLO County

NAACP General Membership Meeting, July—San Luis Obispo
2019-07-09 18:30 - 20:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States
Join us for our monthly general membership meeting.
New member orientation starts at 5:30pm.
Join us!

Juneteenth Celebration
2019-06-15 12:00 - 21:30 | Veterans Memorial, 801 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
JOIN THE NAACP AND SLO COUNTY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AS WE CELEBRATE FREEDOM: Juneteenth Day or Freedom Day is an American holiday that commemorates the June 19, 1865, announcement of the abolition of slavery in the U.S. state of Texas.
HEALTHY LIVING: MIND-BODY-SPIRIT
SATURDAY JUNE 15, 2019 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
– Dinner+ $25
CONCERT 7:00-9:30 PM
– Concert $20
VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL, 801 Grand Avenue
SAN LUIS OBISPO, California
VENDORS FOOD LIVE MUSIC EDUCATION
FOR MORE INFORMATION EMAIL NAACPSLOCTY@GMAIL.COM.
Buy tickets and learn more at 65Strong.org
What IS Juneteenth?
For centuries, slavery was the dark stain on America’s soul, the deep contradiction to the nation’s founding ideals of “Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness” and “All men are created equal.” When Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, he took a huge step toward erasing that stain. But the full force of his proclamation would not be realized until June 19, 1865—Juneteenth, as it was called by slaves in Texas freed that day.
The westernmost of the Confederate states, Texas did not get news of Gen. Robert E. Lee’s surrender at Appomatox that April until two months after the fact. But they heard once Union Gen. Gordon Granger, a New Yorker and West Point graduate with a distinguished wartime service record, arrived in Galveston Bay with more than 2,000 Union troops. It was on June 19 that he publicly read General Order No. 3, which began: “The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free.”
In amazement and disbelief, the 250,000 former slaves in Texas learned that they had been freed by the Emancipation Proclamation, which could not be enforced until the war was over. (It applied only to the states “in rebellion” at the time it was issued.) Shocked, disoriented, most likely fearful of an uncertain future in which they could do as they pleased, the liberated slaves of Texas celebrated. Their moment of jubilee was spontaneous and ecstatic, and began a tradition of marking freedom on Juneteenth.
Please join us in the Freedom Lounge for an African/Slavery art display.
Plus,a half-hour educational and informational multimedia presentation about the history of Juneteenth from its inception to the present, interweaving audio and video vignettes, still photos, cartoons, music, dancing and text. It’s suitable for families, adults, and school-age children.
This will run from 12:00 to 5:00 PM

NAACP General Membership Meeting, June—San Luis Obispo
2019-06-11 18:30 - 20:15 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States

NAACP Lobby Day 2019—Sacramento
2019-05-20 | Sacramento, California
Join us for the annual NAACP Lobby Day in Sacramento, California, on Monday May 20. Plan on joining us for an educational and fun day. All members are welcome to attend.
NAACP Lobby Day is when concerned NAACP members meet politicians or public servants at various levels in Sacramento to advocate and explain support for legislation relevant to the California Hawaii NAACP.

NAACP General Membership Meeting, May—San Luis Obispo
2019-05-14 18:30 - 20:15 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States
Join us for our monthly general membership meeting.
New member orientation starts at 5:30pm.
Join us! We’ll celebrate the anniversary of founding the NAACP San Luis Obispo County branch

Town Hall Meeting with Congressman Carbajal--Paso Robles
2019-05-06 17:30 - 20:00 | Paso Robles High School, Performing Arts Center, 801 Niblick Road, Paso Robles, CA, 93446, United States
Town Hall meeting with Congressman Salud Carvajal
Panel topics to be discussed: Healthcare, the environment, equality in education, social justice
Paso Robles High School, Performing Arts Center
801 Niblick Road, Paso Robles
Doors open to the public at 5:30pm >> Seating is limited: Free Tickets Required
For tickets, visit Carbajal-Town-Hall-Ticket.Eventbrite.com

General Membership Meeting--San Luis Obispo
2019-04-09 18:30 | UU Fellowship of San Luis Obispo County, 2201 Lawton Ave, San Luis Obispo, California 93401, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
NAACP San Luis Obispo County Branch
General Membership MeetingCommittee Meetings & New Member Orientation 5:30 PM
General Membership Meeting 6:30 PM

Ethnic Notions: Film Screening and Discussion
2019-03-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States
Join us for a community film screening of Ethnic Notions (56 mins) at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. Discussion to follow led by Dr. Leola Dublin Macmillan.
In the wake of local and national controversies surrounding Blackface, join us for Ethnic Notions. Ethnic Notions is Marlon Riggs’ Emmy-winning documentary that takes viewers on a disturbing voyage through American history, tracing for the first time the deep-rooted stereotypes which have fueled anti-black prejudice. Through these images we can begin to understand the evolution of racial consciousness in America.
Donations gratefully accepted. This event is hosted by R.A.C.E. Matters of San Luis Obispo

NAACP General Membership Meeting, March—San Luis Obispo
2019-03-12 18:30 - 20:15 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States
Join us for our monthly general membership meeting.

Black History Mixer and Party
2019-02-23 18:00 - 20:30 | Madonna Inn, 100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
You’re invited to join us as we celebrate our rich vibrant history and great contributions that we’ve made to society!
“The Lie of Our History is like an infection that invades the mind
multiplying and producing a harmful effect in our selves and in all the people.
But a Lie cannot live forever…” SSV

NAACP General Membership Meeting, February—San Luis Obispo
2019-02-12 18:30 - 20:15 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
2019-01-21 15:00 - 19:30 | Congregation Beth David, 10180 Los Osos Valley Road, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
Join us to celebrate the life of
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
From 3:00 to 7:30PM on January 21, join us for an afternoon of workshops, a movie, food, friends, and fellowship. There will also be a children’s area. We look forward to seeing you there!

NAACP General Membership Meeting, January—San Luis Obispo
2019-01-08 18:30 - 20:15 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States

Jazzy Blue New Year's Eve with Lila Hood
2018-12-31 20:00 - 2019-01-01 01:00 | Willow, Pismo Beach, 2131 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449-2107, United States
Join us for Jazzy Blue New Year’s Eve featuring Lila Hood on electric violin with a live band!

Multicultural Holiday Celebration and Fundraiser
2018-12-16 16:00 - 18:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States
Join us for our second annual Multicultural Holiday Celebration and fundraiser for your San Luis Obispo County NAACP branch. This fun and meaningful gathering will honor Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Indigenous, Mexican and African/Black American traditions. We hope you can join us!
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obsipo
Volunteers needed to:
– Provide refreshments
– Sell ads for the program
– Find silent auction items
– Facilitate silent auction
For more information, contact Cheryl Vines sc_vines83@att.net or call (805) 748-9735

NAACP General Membership Meeting, December—San Luis Obispo
2018-12-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States

NAACP General Membership Meeting, November—San Luis Obispo
2018-11-13 18:30 - 20:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States

NAACP General Membership Meeting, October—San Luis Obispo
2018-10-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States

NAACP General Membership Meeting, September—San Luis Obispo
2018-09-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States

NAACP Annual BBQ: Santa Rosa Park, San Luis Obispo
2018-09-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Santa Rosa Park, Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA, 92401, United States
Join us for the NAACP annual BBQ, September 1 in Santa Rosa Park, San Luis Obispo

Stone Soup Festival
2018-08-25 - 2018-08-26
August 25: 10 am to 9 pm
August 26: 11 am to 5 pm
Ramona Garden Park and surrounding streets in Grover Beach
The 28th Annual Stone Soup Music Festival, Food, & Street Fair will take place August 25 and 26 at and around Ramona Garden Park in Grover Beach. The Festival is designed to celebrate diversity though music, food, arts and crafts. World class musicians from throughout California are scheduled to perform. Two stages ensure music flows uninterrupted from 10 am to 9:30 pm on Saturday and from 11 am to 5 pm on Sunday. Vendors are open from 10am-6pm on Saturday and from 11am to 5pm on Sunday.
More information about the Stone Soup Music Festival, Food, & Street Fair is available at Southcountychambers.com, on the Stone Soup Music Festival Facebook page or by calling (805) 489-1488.

NAACP General Membership Meeting, August—San Luis Obispo
2018-08-14 18:30 - 20:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States

NAACP General Membership Meeting, July—San Luis Obispo
2018-07-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States

Juneteenth Celebration
2018-06-23 18:30 - 21:30 | LUDWICK COMMNITY CENTER 864SANTAROSAST. SLO, 864 SANTA ROSA ST., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401, United States
Join us for the inaugural Juneteenth community festival hosted by the NAACP SLO County
COMING TOGETHER…MOVING FORWARD

The Juneteenth celebration will be a multicultural event consisting of live entertainment, food, games, and educational exhibits. This event will provide our community with a forum that encourages, empowers, and educates. This is a family event: bring your family and friends!

Live Music by SOULSVILLE featuring Gloria Mantooth
Traditional Southern Creole Cuisine prepared by Bon Temps Creole Cafe of San Luis Obispo
Menu: Chicken Jambalaya with Collards, Corn Bread, and Honey Butter, $7.50; cake by the slice, $2.50

Juneteenth is an American holiday observed annually on June 19th. Juneteenth celebrates the date (June 19, 1865) that the Union soldiers enforced the Emancipation Proclamation freeing all remaining slaves.

SATURDAY, JUNE 23, 2018
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Ludwick Community Center
864 Santa Rosa Street
San Luis Obispo

NAACP General Membership Meeting, June—San Luis Obispo
2018-06-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States

NAACP Lobby Day—Sacramento
2018-05-21 | citizen hotel, sacramento, 926 J Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
Join us for the annual NAACP Lobby Day in Sacramento, California, on Monday May 21. Plan on joining us for an educational and fun day. All members are welcome to attend.
NAACP Lobby Day is when concerned NAACP members meet politicians or public servants at various levels in Sacramento to advocate and explain support for legislation relevant to the California Hawaii NAACP.

Celebrate Harriet Tubman
2018-05-18 - 2018-05-20
A Series of Presentations with Dr. Kate Larson
Consulting Historian, Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park and Visitor Center, and Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway and All American Road. Eastern Shore, Maryland.
Session 1: Myths, Mysteries, and True Histories of Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad
Friday, May 18, 3:30 pm
Room 218 (Choral Rehearsal Room)
H.P. Davidson Music Center
Cal Poly State University
Session 2: Legacies and Memorials of Harriet Tubman’s Extraordinary Life
Saturday, May 19, 3:30 pm
Wilson Hall
First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo
981 Marsh Street
Session 3: Honoring the Legacy of Harriet Tubman –
A conversation with Ron Kean, composer,
and Kate Larson, historian
Sunday, May 20, 1:30 pm
Harman Hall
San Luis Obispo Performing Arts Cente

About Dr. Kate Larson
Kate Clifford Larson is an historian and leading Harriet Tubman scholar and the author of the 2004 biography, Bound for the Promised Land: Harriet Tubman, Portrait of an American Hero. After earning two degrees from Simmons College in Boston, and an MBA from Northeastern University, Larson pursued a doctorate in American History at the University of New Hampshire, specializing in 19th and 20th century U.S. Women’s and African American history. She is the consulting historian for the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State and National Parks and 125 mile Harriet Tubman Byway, an All-American Road, in Maryland, and has consulted for the Harriet Tubman Home in Auburn, NY. Her second book, The Assassin’s Accomplice: Mary Surratt and the Plot to Kill Abraham Lincoln, was released in 2008. Her most recent work, Rosemary: The Hidden Kennedy Daughter, about the disabled sister of President John F. Kennedy, spent ten weeks on the New York Timesbestseller.
Passionate about researching and writing about American women’s lives, Larson enjoys the challenges of teasing out life stories from voices that have long been silenced. “I feel strongly that we must reconnect with the women who helped build and shape this country,” Larson recently wrote, “and by putting women at the center of the story, the world looks very different – more complex, interesting, and colorful.” Dr. Larson lives in Winchester, MA.

Dr. Larson’s appearance is sponsored by the San Luis Obispo Master Chorale. This weekend of talks will conclude with a performance of The Journey of Harriet Tubman, composed by California resident, Ron Kean. In addition, the SLO Master Chorale and Master Chorale Orchestra will perform Johannes Brahms’ masterwork, Ein deutsches Requiem (a German Requiem). Both works will be conducted by Thomas Davies, musical director and conductor of the SLO Master Chorale and Professor Emeritus at Cal Poly.
Harriet Tubman and Johannes Brahms lived during the same period of time, yet worlds apart. Brahms’ masterwork has been with us for 150 years, uniting audiences and performers from throughout the world with a work of comfort and hope. Ron Kean’s work is less than 2 years old, yet it already has had a tremendously inspirational effect on all who have performed and heard this music and learned from the life of this extraordinary woman.
The presentations by Kate Larson and Ron Kean are free and open to the public.
More info at slomasterchorale.org

NAACP General Membership Meeting, May—San Luis Obispo
2018-05-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States

NAACP SLO County Supports Earth Day 2018
2018-04-21 11:00 - 17:00 | Laguna Lake Park, 504 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States
Join us for the 28th Annual Earth Day Fair & Music Festival On Saturday April 21st from 11 AM to 5 PM at Laguna Lake Park in San Luis Obispo. The theme is “Time is Running Out.” There will be live music, food, soft drinks, beer, and wine.
The San Luis Obispo County Branch of the NAACP will have a booth with displays, literature, and discussion on reducing and rethinking the use of plastics and various methods of carbon sequestration. Volunteers are welcome to help with the booth beginning at 9 AM. I am looking forward to being there with you and making a better future for our county and world!
Mark Skinner, Health Co-Chair

NAACP General Membership Meeting, April—San Luis Obispo
2018-04-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2201 Lawton Avenue, San Luis Obispo, 93401, United States
Join us for our monthly general membership meeting.
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Charles Varni, Co-Chair, Coalition to Protect SLO County and Coordinator of SLO Surfinder Foundation STOP Climate Change Campaign. He will speaking about the importance of qualifying their ballot initiative to ban new oil wells in SLO County.
New Member Orientation
We will again hold a Membership Orientation one hour before the meeting (at 5:30pm). Attend Membership Orientation to learn about the history and function of the NAACP as well as how our branch operates, is organized, and how you can fit in. If you are not a member yet, membership forms will be available at the Orientation.
