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Courage to Be: Peace Walk & Youth Panel Discussion

Saturday, April 25 at the Tom Tom Festival in Downtown Charlottesville

9:00 AM ~ YMCA at 151 McIntire Park Dr, Charlottesville

Gather at the Y parking lot (carpooling and public transport encouraged) to set intentions for peace.

9:30 AM ~ Peace Walk to the Live Arts Theater

Join the Peace Walk, along the scenic 1.7 mile route to the Live Arts Theater on 2nd Street. Go at your own pace along sidewalks and nature trails from McIntire Park, Schenk Greenway and downtown neighborhoods.

11:00 AM -12:30 PM: Youth Panel at Live Arts Theater, 4th Floor

Panel Conversation with local youth and community leaders on “The Courage to Be.” Facilitated by Freddy Jackson, Founder of Love No Ego Foundation, alongside Bonita Patton, VP of Community Engagement of Piedmont Family YMCA, the session will take place at Live Arts Theater in the 4th Floor Theater. The discussion will feature participation from local youth leaders and community voices, including Mayor Juandiego Wade, Dr. Royal Gurly, Dr. Matthew Haas, Price Thomas and local high school students. The panel will explore what it means to live courageously in today’s environment across all ages.

Collaborative events sponsored by: Love No Ego, Piedmont Family YMCA, Keep Going Together, Nature Wellness Programs & Elements of Peace

After a quick visit to see Lady with Ermine and Chopin Phil had his favorite meal of the trip in Krakow Brioche French Toast and poached eggs for me!

9:09 on 9/9–time to let it go! Enjoy the day.

When you plan your own birthday!

Finishing up the Vietnam portion of the trip with luxury

WAY too much fun in with and tour.

Found some great places in Hanoi and Ha Long Bay.
Last photo is the street with cafes on the side of the railway.