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SUMMARY:UREC tabling at Southgate Elementary Multicultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:Pay a visit to UREC’s table at Southgate Elementary School’s Multicultural Festival. Enjoy the festivities. See you there!
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/urec-tabling-at-southgate-elementary-multicultural-festival/
LOCATION:Southgate Elementary School\, 30 southgate Road\, Latham\, NY\, 12110
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T190000
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SUMMARY:In Defiance: 20 Abolitionists You Were Never Taught in School
DESCRIPTION:Tom Weiner and Dr. Amilcar Shabazz begin their presentation with an explanation of the title\, the motivation for writing the book\, and our partnership’s origins. The talk focuses on several abolitionists – white and Black\, male and female – who epitomize the spirit of DEFIANCE. \nThroughout\, we seek to make connections to the current repression and the need for on-going defiance to withstand the onslaught to our rights being abridged and denied. For example\, there are forty-four states with legislation – either pending or passed – to prevent “divisiveness”\, stifle speech and whitewash history. Our Abolitionists sought to do the very opposite. We emphasize the need to honor and celebrate their accomplishments as well as the courage and determination their efforts required. Our goal is to inform and to inspire. \nTom Weiner is a Northampton-based writer\, educator\, and anti-racism activist who taught for 40 years at Smith College Campus School and co-facilitated workshops on\ndeveloping healthy boys. He also initiated efforts for a Reparations Commission in\nNorthampton\, MA. \nDr. Amilcar Shabazz is a professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and\nformer president of the National Council for Black Studies. A renowned scholar and\ncommentator\, he has worked internationally and guided Amherst’s African Heritage Reparations Assembly in establishing one of the U.S.’s first funded reparative justice processes. \nTuesday\, January 27\, 2026 at 7:00 PM\nRegistration for ZOOM meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/eZUtaZBLQdinoQvuFZ51Fw#/registration
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/in-defiance-20-abolitionists-you-were-never-taught-in-school/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260125
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
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SUMMARY:The Myers Residence is closed for Presidents' Day
DESCRIPTION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence will be closed on Presidents’ Day. We wish you a pleasant Presidents’ Day and look forward to seeing you soon!
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-myers-residence-is-closed-for-presidents-day/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260121
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
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SUMMARY:National Day of Racial Healing
DESCRIPTION:Today is the 10th annual National Day of Racial Healing that is sponsored by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Click HERE to access more information on the Kellog website. Many events are being held around the country. Perhaps you would like to collaborate with UREC in 2027 to host an event?
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/national-day-of-racial-healing/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20260104T231058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T231058Z
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SUMMARY:The Myers Residence is closed on MLK Day
DESCRIPTION:“In the end\, we will remember not the words of our enemies\, but the silence of our friends.” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.\nPlease join with others in your local community to honor Dr. King and to commit to continuing the work for justice to which he dedicated his life.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-myers-residence-is-closed-on-mlk-day/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T180000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20250404T154759Z
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SUMMARY:Over the Edge – UREC’s urban rappelling event – join in the planning!
DESCRIPTION:Join in the planning and implementation of this fun and unique event! Over the Edge urban rappelling event (https://overtheedgeglobal.com/) is holding its full committee planning sessions on Monday\, Janaury 12 at 5pm with our partner the YWCA of Troy.\nWe need folks who are interested in working on marketing of this event\, recruiting rappelers\, recruiting sponsors\, and planning the on-the-ground activities on the day of the event.\nInterested? Call Mary Liz Stewart at 518-621-7793 or use the Contact Us page on the UREC website.\nThis is a hyrbid meeting.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/over-the-edge-urecs-urban-rappelling-event-join-in-the-planning-2/
LOCATION:Hybrid – 194 Livingston Avenue and via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20251130T232436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T224238Z
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SUMMARY:Voices and Votes: Democracy in America - dismantling volunteers needed
DESCRIPTION:The exhibit\, Voices and Votes: Democracy in America\, must come down on  Monday\, January 12. Join us for an hour or more to help dismantle and repack all the pieces of this incredible exhibit so it can be shipped on to its next ‘port of call’. \nDismantling will begin at 10am on the 4th floor of the New York State Musuem. Join us for an hour or more. Lunch will be provided. Call 518-621-7793 to let us know you will be joining in the fun.\nSee you there!
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/voices-and-votes-democracy-in-america-guided-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T152530Z
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SUMMARY:Tour Experiences at The Myers Residence
DESCRIPTION:Call ahead to schedule your tour at The Myers Residence. \nSaturday tours are hosted at 12:30pm and 2:00pm. \nAdmission payments can be made online at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/tours/ or at The Myers Residence via cash\, check\, and credit card. \nDon’t forget to check out Myers Mercantile while at The Residence where you will find great books\, puzzles\, magnets\, jewlery\, and more. \nTour experiences can be scheduled on weekday evenings for individuals and family groups\, as well as during the daytime for groups of 10 or more. Calling ahead to discuss scheduling is essential in order to avoid scheduling conflicts. The Myers Residence is the current base of operations for UREC\, which means The Residence provides space for our experiences\, workshops\, progams\, events\, meetings\, and work space for staff.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/tour-experiences-at-the-myers-residence-20/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
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SUMMARY:Collections committee - working meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join with interested community volunteers to help preserve UREC collections. No experience necessary. Instructions provided as needed. This working meeting will be held in person at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence. See you there!\n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/collections-committee-working-meeting/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20251002T223943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T230155Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Museum Studies Program - looking for participants
DESCRIPTION:Proactively responding to Shirley Chisholm’s comment that\, “If they don’t welcome you to the table\, bring a folding chair\,” UREC has designed an out-of-school teen program intending to prepare teens to democratize and diversify the museum field.\nAll High School Juniors and Seniors are invited to take a deep dive into the world of museums\, analyzing the purposes of museums\, their relationships with communities\, the myriad job positions available at museums\, researching and curating exhibits \,and more. If you know a teen interested in participating in this enriching\, life-changing program\, please have them contact Lacey Wilson\, Project Manager\, at Laceyw.urec@gmail.com.\nThe program will run through the 2025-2026 school year\, with a summer immersion experience\, and continue through the 2026-2027 school year.\nTeens meet every Wednesday from 4-7pm and on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10am-1pm at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence located at 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany.\nThe QR code above will provide access to a google form providing teens the opportunity to indicate their interest in the Teen Museum Studies Program. \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/teen-museum-studies-program-looking-for-participants/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Lacey Wilson":MAILTO:laceyw.urec@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20251201T001011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T133211Z
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SUMMARY:"The Spirit of Philadelphia: A Call to Recover the Founding Principles” - a conversation with Chris Gibson
DESCRIPTION:Author Chris Gibson\, whose resume includes US Army officer\, former U.S. Representative\, and retired Siena College President will be speaking about key concepts from his book The Spirit of Philadelphia – A Call to Recover the Founding Principles.\nThis includes: Has the United States strayed from the founding principles? Is voting still important?\nErica Smitka\, Executive Director of the League of Women Voters of New York State will interview him and moderate questions from the audience.\nThe event is hosted by the Leagues of Women Voters of Rensselaer County and Albany County.\nPlease register at https://tinyurl.com/4fxw2cbv to ensure sufficient seating.\nContact Joan Rogers or MaryKate Owens\, lwvac@lwvalbany.org\, 518-545-4860 with questions.\nAlso plan to tour the interactive Smithsonian exhibit Voices and Votes before or after the program. It highlights the history of participatory democracy.\n\nVoices and Votes: Democracy in America is a Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit hosted by Underground Railroad Education Center in collaboration with the New York State Musuem. The exhibit is located on the 4th floor terrace level of the New York State Museum. \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-spirit-of-philadelphia-a-call-to-recover-the-founding-principles-a-conversation-with-chris-gibson/
LOCATION:New York Sate Museum\, 222 Madison Avenue\, Albany\, New York\, 12230
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260102T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20251130T235733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T235815Z
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SUMMARY:Game On at the New York State Museum!
DESCRIPTION:Grab your friends and meet us on January 2nd between 2–5 PM for Gametime on the 4th floor (at the NY State Museum)!\nSpend the afternoon hanging out\, playing interactive games like Head to Head\, Ideals and Images\, My Fellow Citizens\, and Where Do You Stand? — all inspired by the Smithsonian Voices and Votes exhibit before it closes on January 9.\nCome play\, explore\, and see what your voice can do!
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/game-on-at-the-museum/
LOCATION:New York Sate Museum\, 222 Madison Avenue\, Albany\, New York\, 12230
ORGANIZER;CN="Lacey Wilson":MAILTO:laceyw.urec@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251231
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260104
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20251130T235249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T224703Z
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SUMMARY:The Myers Residence is Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence will be closed from Wednesday\, December 31\, 2025 through Saturday\, January 3\, 2026 so that our hardworking staff can enjoy some family time. Hope your holidays are pleasant!\nFrom all of us at UREC to you and your family – happy holidays!
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-myers-residence-and-new-years/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251227
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20241105T002240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T234752Z
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SUMMARY:The Myers Residence and Christmas
DESCRIPTION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence will be closed from Wednesday\, December 24 through Friday\, December 26 so that our hardworking staff can enjoy some family time. Hope your holidays are pleasant!\nFrom all of us at UREC to you and your family – happy holidays!
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-myers-residence-and-thanksgiving/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20250821T175602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T132516Z
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SUMMARY:Arias in the Afternoon: Lifting Every Voice
DESCRIPTION:Arias in the Afternoon brings community members together with Handel’s Messiah and the Smithsonian’s Voices and Votes:Democracy in America exhibit for a powerful experience combining music\, history\, and inspiration. Handel’s Messiah has enraptured audiences for centuries and its beauty still captivates us today—but Handel’s worldly success was entangled with the slave trade. As an investor in the Royal African Company\, he profited from the trafficking and suffering of enslaved Africans.\nThis afternoon of music and history invites us to be moved by beauty\, but also to face the truth behind it.\nShow your support for UREC and join us on the 4th floor of the New York State Musuem on Sunday\, December 14 from 1pm-3pm for an unforgettable experience.\n\nBe a Sponsor – click HERE for details\nPurchase tickets – click HERE for details\nWhy We Exist\nUnderground Railroad Education Center exists to tell the whole story — celebrating courage\, exposing injustice\, and passing forward the legacy of resistance. We believe history must be seen\, heard\, and felt to fully inform an intentional future committed to justice. Located at the Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence in Albany\, UREC preserves history in an award-winning space — but the demand for programs\, exhibits\, and community gatherings has outpaced our walls\, making the Interpretive Center the next step. \n  \nA Living Legacy\nImagine walking into a space where the walls honor the voices of freedom fighters\, where young people stand tall as they discover the courage of those who came before them\, and where our community can gather to celebrate progress and plan for a more equitable tomorrow. That is the promise of the Interpretive Center. \nMore than just a building — the Interpretive Center will be a living legacy\, designed for sustainability and innovation\, with geothermal energy\, solar panels\, and responsibly-sourced timber. These features reflect our commitment to good stewardship of the environment\, uniting the past with the present\, and passing the torch from one generation to the next. \n  \nHelp us build the Interpretive Center!
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/arias-in-the-afternoon-lifting-every-voice/
LOCATION:New York State Museum\, 222 Madison Avenue\, Albany\, New York\, 12230
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20251002T175952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171826Z
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SUMMARY:Drawn to Art – for Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Seniors in the Albany\, NY Capital Region – you are invited to begin your creative journey at the Historic Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence with award-winning illustrators\, Shirley Clark and Marcus Kwame.\nEnjoy a FREE 10-week relaxing outdoor art experience — Fridays October 10 – December 12\, 2025 — 2pm-3:30pm (No class on Friday\, November 28)\nCALL (518) 621-7793 to sign up — space is limited\n*NO previous skill needed\n*ALL supplies provided\n  \nDrawn to Art of Underground Railroad Education Center is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.\n\n\n\n  \nWhere:\nThe Historic Myers Residence\nUnderground Railroad Education Center\n194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany NY
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/drawn-to-art-for-seniors-13/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Marcus Anderson":MAILTO:marcus.urec@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20251209T230244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T230259Z
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SUMMARY:December Dash 2025 - is for YOU!
DESCRIPTION:December Dash\, UREC’s annual appeal\, is a lighthearted opportunity to donate to UREC before we reach the end of December 2025. \nSo join us in our DASH to the end of December. Our financial goal is $30\,000. We’re trying to beat last year’s total. \nCan we do it? Yes\, we can\, with you in the running! \nClick HERE to donate now\, at whatever level you can! Big\, small and in-between\, together we do this! \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/december-dash-2025-is-for-you/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260110
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20251205T203631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T203721Z
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SUMMARY:Voices and Votes: Democracy in America
DESCRIPTION:Voices and Votes: Democracy in America\,  a traveling Smithsonian Institution exhibit about our democracy.\nEngage with the story of Our Democracy through engaging storytelling\, multimedia displays and oral interviews from local Albany residents.\nThis traveling Smithsonian Exhibit is on loan to Underground Railroad Education Center through January 9\, 2026. Because the Interpretive Center is not available\, the New York State Museum has very kindly offered space for the exhibit to be set up on the 4th floor Terrace Level of the Museum. An incredibly rich and thought provoking interactive display of voting rights in America\, past to present. \nMore information from the Smithsonian is available by clicking here – https://museumonmainstreet.org/VoicesVotes \nNew York State Museum hours – Tuesday through Sunday 9:30am-5pm \nAnd remember to view the other fantastic exhibits on display at the New York State Museum. Museum staff work diligently to create engaging exhibits about New York State yesterday and today\, reminding us of what came before us\, where we are today\, and where we might go in the future. \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/voices-and-votes-democracy-in-america/
LOCATION:New York Sate Museum\, 222 Madison Avenue\, Albany\, New York\, 12230
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251216
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20251205T215314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T215314Z
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SUMMARY:HEAR ME OUT - Teen Playlist Competition
DESCRIPTION:The Underground Railroad Education Center (UREC) is hosting Voice and Votes\, a Smithsonian Traveling exhibit on display at The New York State Museum from November 28-January 9\, 2026. \nSHARE. SHARE. SHARE. \n\n\nShare this contest with friends\, family\, neighbors\, and more \n\n\nThere is an opportunity for ALL to participate! See contest guidelines below \n\n\nAPPLICANTS MUST \n\n\nLive within the Albany Capital Region and be 13-19 years old \n\n\nCreate & Submit a 2-4 song YouTube playlist link \n\n\nSubmit a 100-150 word explanation about why you chose the songs\, and the playlist connection to Democracy themes (ex. Community\, Justice\, National Identity\, Protest\, Citizenship\, etc…) \n\nSubmitting? – use this link – https://forms.gle/jc7pogdBQxikncqd6\n\n  \n\n\n\nDON’T WAIT – ENTER NOW! \n\n\nThe first 50 applicants will have their playlists and paragraphs judged by our 3 judges\n(judging based on: originality\, creativity\, connection to democracy themes – as seen in the Voices and Votes exhibit – examples listed above) \n\n\nContestants can enter starting December 2 –  ending December 15 \n\n\nJudging will begin to select the top 5 playlists – which will be announced December 22 \n\n\nCheck UREC website\, Facebook\, and Instagram for the link to the top 5 playlists \n\n\nGet your friends and family and more to vote for the top 3 People’s Choice favorites using the online ballot form \n\n\nWINNERS & PRIZES \n\n\nWinners will be announced with prizes at 3pm January 2\, 2026 at “Game On!” – the teen game event at the NYS Museum (222 Madison Ave – 4th fl\, Albany NY) \n\n\nJUDGES \n\n\nDavid Gordon Jr. – multi-instrumentalist and Producer and Boys and Girls Club Lyrism 101 \n\n\nD. Colin –  Poet\, Visual Artist\, actor\, curator\, coach and educator \n\n\nShantale Dixon – Former Underground Railroad Education Center YALI Participant \n\n\n\nFor more information contact Contact Lacey at LaceyW.urec@gmail.com– or – Amelia at AmeliaP.urec@gmail.com
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/hear-me-out-teen-playlist-competition/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
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SUMMARY:Lifting Every Voice:"I'd love to learn more about your perspective." -- Democratic Engagement Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:Excelsior’s Center for Social Justice\, the Civic Engagement Rope Team\, the Underground Railroad Education Center\, and the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region are thrilled to invite you to participate in our 2025 democratic engagement dialogue sessions. \nHow do we lift every voice? Let’s explore together the meaning of democracy and ways to engage with others when we all have different ways of thinking. Join us for a series of conversations hosted by Excelsior’s Center for Social Justice and the Civic Engagement Rope Team. \nDuring each session\, the conversation will focus on: \n\nOur collective exploration of the meaning and power of democracy as a choice\, way of thinking\, and a lifestyle.\nStrategies to create and engage in dialogue that transcends disagreement\, promotes inclusion\, leverages our diversity\, and strengthens democracy.\nConcrete actions we could pursue to participate and promote democracy in our daily environments.\n\nWe are looking forward to having you with us! \nMore information and registration is available by by clicking HERE
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/lifting-every-voiceid-love-to-learn-more-about-your-perspective-democratic-engagement-dialogue/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
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SUMMARY:NY Civil Liberties Union Capital Region Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the NYCLU ANNUAL AWARDS CEREMONY\nThursday\, November 20 from 6 to 8 pm\nDuo at the Dunes\n(formerly the Italian American Community Center)\n257 Washington Avenue Extension\, Albany\nThe Alice Paden Green Award will go to The Underground Railroad Education Center\nPaul and Mary Liz Stewart\nThe Ned Pattison Award will go to U-CAN\nJohn Caher & Brad DiPietro\nThe Peter Henner Award will go to Rensselaer Environmental Coalition\nRobert Welton\nMusic Provided By\nDoug Marcus\nCatering by 2Shea\nRSVP: https://action.aclu.org/event/albany-annual-awards-ceremony\nThis is the Capital Region’s only annual fund-raiser. We hope you’ll join us. Tickets are $50 per person.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/ny-civil-liberties-union-capital-region-awards-ceremony/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251115T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
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SUMMARY:CNYS Black Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join Underground Railroad Education Center at the CNYS Black Expo to be held at the Empire Sate Plaza Convention Center on Saturday\, November 15 from 11am-4pm at Empire Staste Plaza. Support UREC and other local Black businesses. Remember that the holidays are coming. \nThe mission of the Capital of New York State Black Expo is to promote economic growth and business opportunities across New York State. \nThe CNYS Black Expo will provide attendees with health awareness information to support healthy living\, along with providing small businesses with an opportunity to access a broad range of potential customers as well as the local community. Many local small businesses and community-based nonprofits lack opportunities to network effectively with similar entities within New York State . \nUREC is  excited to participate in a forum to build relationships and exchange information to support small businesses and nonprofits and encourage health services collaborations. \nThe CNYS Black Expo inspires cultural and local pride via exhibits\, workshops\, presentations\, and performances by youth\, changemakers\, and positive figures from the Capital District and beyond.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/capital-of-nys-black-expo/
LOCATION:Empire State Plaza Convention Center\, 279 Madison Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12242
ORGANIZER;CN="Tatiana Cunningham":MAILTO:CNYSExpo@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251113T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20250530T214215Z
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SUMMARY:Collections Committee - Join in
DESCRIPTION:Do you like researching? Recordkeeping? Cataloguing?  Planning programs\, exhibits\, displays? This very active committee needs more volunteers to carry out its important work for UREC and for the community. Be part of the Collections Team! Meetings are held every other month at The Myers Residence on the second Thursday from 6pm-7:30pm. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Paul Stewart at 518-621-7793. \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/collections-committee-join-in/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20251111T201011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T201127Z
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SUMMARY:Championing Albany's Potential Open House
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Albany Strategy Open House\nYou are invited to the Downtown Albany Strategy Open House\, part of Governor Hochul’s Championing Albany’s Potential (CAP) Initiative. At this interactive event you will join the project team for a guided walk-through of exhibits showcasing the current ideas for the Downtown Albany Strategy.\nStop by anytime during the event — plan to spend about 45 minutes to an hour exploring\, providing real-time feedback\, and helping guide the strategies and programs that will make the biggest difference in Downtown.\n\nLearn more and RSVP: https://downtownalbanystrategy.com/engagement
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/championing-albanys-potential-open-house/
LOCATION:Hilton Albany\, 40 Lodge Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12207
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251112
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T002746Z
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SUMMARY:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence is closed on Veterans' Day
DESCRIPTION:Please note that The Myers Residence will be closed on Monday\,November 11 for Veterans’ Day. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday\, November 12. Thank you for your understanding.\n  \n 
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/the-stephen-and-harriet-myers-residence-is-closed-on-columbus-day/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20251002T174131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T174131Z
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SUMMARY:UREC Library - you are invited to help bring the library to life
DESCRIPTION:Join with a highly skilled librarian and volunteers in bringing The Myers Residence Library to life! Numerous books have been donated over time and they need to be catalogued so that the library can be open for public use. \nThe Library Development team works together every Friday from 1:00pm – 3:00pm at The Myers Residence. No experience necessary. A love of learning is all that is needed. \nThe only exception to the Friday schedule is when a holiday falls on a Friday. \nCall Mary Liz Stewart at 518-621-7793 and leave a message with a call back number expressing your interest in helping. Mary Liz will call you back to confirm your participation.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/urec-library-you-are-invited-to-help-bring-the-library-to-life-4/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20250417T155732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T155732Z
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SUMMARY:FreedomCon 2025: Voices of Freedom
DESCRIPTION:Authors across time have challenged us to look back at history and learn what we missed\, to relearn what we had not fully understood\, to reexamine in more detail new information\, to consider new interpretations of old stories\, to understand the past and present from new voices uncovered and new voices reclaimed. In their gift for writing authors offer to us words\, feelings\, stories\, descriptions in words captured in print and preserved for generations. Their words become our eyes viewing into another world that compels\, elucidates\, clarifies\, that expands our understandings and our horizons. Their words call us to look and listen again\, and to be changed. Join with UREC as we engage with a selection of authors who gift us with their works of art. \nVirtual workshop presentations via Zoom will be held on the 4th Saturday of each month from 2pm-3pm. Presentations are recorded and made available to registrants for one month after the presentation. Registration cost is $12 per session. Members can include a 10% member discount off the total registration. \nHere’s the lineup – \n(10/25) Cinderella of Belvoir: A Dream of Freedom On the Underground Railroad by Dionne Patterson \nComplete Information and Registration is available by clicking HERE
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/freedomcon-2025-voices-of-freedom-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20250516T162722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T231936Z
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SUMMARY:Tour Experiences at The Myers Residence
DESCRIPTION:Call ahead to schedule your tour at The Myers Residence. \nTours are hosted at 12:30pm and 2:00pm on Saturdays. \nAdmission payments can be made online at https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/tours/ or at The Myers Residence via cash\, check\, and credit card. \nDon’t forget to check out Myers Mercantile while at The Residence where you will find great books\, puzzles\, jewlery\, and more.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/tour-experiences-at-the-myers-residence-22/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20251002T173613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T173800Z
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SUMMARY:UREC Library - you are invited to help bring the library to life
DESCRIPTION:Join with a highly skilled librarian and volunteers in bringing The Myers Residence Library to life! Numerous books have been donated over time and they need to be catalogued so that the library can be open for public use. \nThe Library Development team works together every Friday from 1:00pm – 3:00pm at The Myers Residence. No experience necessary. A love of learning is all that is needed. \nThe only exception to the Friday schedule is when a holiday falls on a Friday. \nCall Mary Liz Stewart at 518-621-7793 and leave a message with a call back number expressing your interest in helping. Mary Liz will call you back to confirm your participation.
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/urec-library-you-are-invited-to-help-bring-the-library-to-life-3/
LOCATION:The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence\, 194 Livingston Avenue\, Albany\, NY\, 12210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T094824
CREATED:20250821T173224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251005T201426Z
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SUMMARY:Seneca Chief - 2025 Bicentennial Voyage: Commemorating the Erie Canal - Celebrating Community at Jennings Landing in Albany\, NY
DESCRIPTION:The Seneca Chief was the canal packet boat that famously carried Governor DeWitt Clinton and dignitaries on the first voyage through the completed Erie Canal in 1825\, an event known as the “Wedding of the Waters”. Upon arrival at New York City water from Lake Erie was poured into the Hudson River resulting in a ‘wedding of the waters’ and pronouncing the Erie Canal open for business. Today\, the Buffalo Maritime Center has built a full-scale\, historically accurate replica of this original Erie Canal boat to commemorate the 2025 Bicentennial of the Erie Canal’s opening. Join with others in celebrating this remarkable achievement\, both that of the past and contemporarily\, by joining in the various community events planned for the Seneca Chief voyage. \nUREC will be tabling at Jennings Landing on Sunday\, October 19 between 11am-4pm. We are excited to particapte with other community organizations in providing educational and interactive experiences at the waterfront. Come learn about Black involvement in bringing the Erie Canal to life\, try your hand at metal forging and pouring pewter\, learn about the canal’s impact on the Indigenous Peoples across whose land the canal was located\, and more. See you on October 19 at Jennings Landing\, Albany! \nFull details\, including ways to provide financial support for this endeavor\, can be accessed by clicking HERE
URL:https://undergroundrailroadhistory.org/event/seneca-chief-2025-bicentennial-voyage-commemorating-the-erie-canal-celebrating-community/
LOCATION:Jennings Landing\, 1 Quay Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12207
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