One World One Family
October 2024 Newsletter
What is behind the strong opinions we hold, why do we think our arguments and beliefs are so different from others and why we find it so hard to get along. Let’s read and talk about it!
Join us October 15 for PART 3! This event will be virtual so you can join wherever you are.
7—8.30pm
You don’t need to have attended the first two to participate. Don’t have time to read: Watch this video:
https://billmoyers.com/segment/jonathan-haidt-explains-our-contentious-culture/
The RIghteous Mind by Jonathan Haidt is attracting new attention as we approach an election cycle. OWOF cannot support candidates but we can support earnest dialogue and promote understanding.
Books are available at Chelsea District Library and Serendipity Books in town. OWOF also has copies to circulate – contact us! owofchelsea@gmail.com
ZOOM LINK:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83660415889?pwd=Y9zasOUD7jMafj7UTRQ7ZCYOaBGOT9.1
Meeting ID: 836 6041 5889
Passcode: 100095
Oct 14 – Honor Indigenous People’s Day!
For centuries, Indian trails crossed the landscape of Washtenaw County. These paths connected Indian villages to fertile hunting and fishing grounds throughout Michigan and supported thriving communities. When settlers arrived in the County during the 19th century, these same trails were used to link the new communities. Eventually, some of these trails became part of the current road system.
Parker Mill Park is located along a prehistoric Native American trail that connected the present-day cities of Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. Marker is in Parker Mill County Park, near the parking lot. Marker is near 4650 Geddes Road, Ann Arbor.
WHAT’S YOUR IDEA??
MLKJr. Day has been observed in Chelsea for over 20 years. OWOF has proudly led most years, but this year we’d like to hear from you! Do you have an idea for a project or an action that you’d like to see happen? OWOF and the Human Rights Commission are looking for ideas from the public. MLK Jr. Day is a day of service to our community or to other folks who do not have the advantages we have in our area. Dr. King was an advocate for justice – racial, economic and environmental. What would you suggest? All ideas welcome. Please email owofchelsea@gmail.com. Out of ideas but want to help implement something, let us know that too!
Equality Chelsea exists to support the LGBTQIA+ community in our area. They recently achieved their 501c3 non-profit status. OWOF has a representative attend their meetings and fully supports their activities.
Celebrate OUTober!
October is LGBTQIA History month and is officially OUTober. Fly your flags and consider a donation.
by Raquel Willis. Join the Facebook group Equality Chelsea Reads Together to join the conversation and find out about meeting and online discussions. Books available at Serendipity.The Risk it Takes to Bloom The first book is
COMMUNITY SOCIAL WORKER
A coalition of key community organizations – City of Chelsea, Chelsea Schools, Five Healthy Towns, Chelsea Hospital among others – recommended that Chelsea hire a community resource person to be available after school hours to serve the community. This position will be funded by Chelsea’s share of the Community Mental Health and Public Safety Millage. Interviews have been held and the candidate should be onboard soon. This will be a great addition to our community.
RENEWAL OF THIS MILLAGE IS ON THE NOVEMBER BALLOT!!
CONCERNED ABOUT HOUSING?
1) Chelsea Master Plan Public Workshop – Thurs, Nov 14 – 5:00 – 7:30 pm at Chelsea District Library (come anytime) or email comments to MasterPlan@City-Chelsea.org
2) Western Washtenaw Regional Advisory Group – Wed, Nov 13 – 7:00 – 9:00 pm at Chelsea City Council Chambers – WWRAG has a housing focus to meetings on a quarterly basis – Nov 14 is a housing meeting. (2025 proposed housing meeting dates are 3/12, 6/11, 10/8)
3) Housing Town Hall – proposed community meeting for January 2025. More details to follow. Come to the Nov 13 WWRAG meeting to help plan the town hall. More information coming!
Please remember to check the OWOF Facebook page!
https://www.facebook.com/OneWorldOneFamily
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Otherwise, go to our website. You can see our Facebook posts there.
www.owofchelsea.org
