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SUMMARY:AKtivate Fitness Rocksteady Boxing Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join Us in Fighting Parkinson’s with Aktivate Fitness Rock Steady Boxing and Pedaling for Parkinson’s!  \nWe are reaching out to you on behalf of Aktivate Fitness Rock Steady Boxing\, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to empowering individuals with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) through specialized fitness programs. We are currently seeking donations to sponsor our upcoming “Pedaling for Parkinson’s“ Program\, aimed at enhancing the lives of people living with PD in our community.  \nThe Challenge- Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement and coordination. Individuals with PD often face daily challenges\, including muscle stiffness\, tremors\, and balance issues\, which can significantly impact their quality of life. While there is no cure for PD\, research has shown that regular exercise can help manage symptoms and improve overall well-being. Specifically\, cycling can reduce PD symptoms by up to 35%.  \nOur Solution- Aktivate Fitness Rock Steady Boxing is committed to providing accessible and effective fitness programs tailored specifically for individuals with PD. Adding the “Pedaling for Parkinson’s” program combines the benefits of cycling with targeted exercises designed to address the motor symptoms associated with PD. Through structured workouts and personalized support\, participants can experience improved mobility\, balance\, and strength.  \nWhy Your Support Matters- With your generous donations (Goal: $25\,000+)\, we can fully sponsor the “Pedaling for Parkinson’s” Program\, covering the costs of equipment\, instructor fees\, and participant scholarships. Your contribution will directly impact the lives of individuals with PD in our community\, providing them with the resources they need to thrive physically\, mentally\, and emotionally.  \nHow You Can Help in Making a Difference- Your support is crucial in helping us reach our fundraising goal ($25\,000+) and make a lasting difference in the lives of those affected by Parkinson’s Disease. We invite you to join us in our mission by donating today. Your generosity will enable us to continue offering life-changing programs that bring joy\, strength\, and hope to individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease.  \nMany thanks to you for considering our request for support!  \nDonations can be made by going to https://aktivatefitness.com/rocksteady-boxing or scanning QR code (below). Note: Donations of $250+ are fully tax deductible.
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SUMMARY:2024 African Landing Day Commemoration
DESCRIPTION:Series of events will commemorate the first enslaved Africans in English North America \nGLOBE NEWSWIRE— On a hot summer day in August 1619\, a moment of profound consequence unfolded on the shores of what’s now Hampton\, Virginia. It was here that the first Africans from present day Angola arrived in English North America\, marking the beginning of a harrowing chapter in history. On August 23-25 commemoration events will be held to honor the first Africans brought here in 1619 and to highlight their legacy of culture\, identity\, resistance and triumph.  \nOn August 24 from 10 a.m. – 4 pm join the Fort Monroe Authority\, National Park Service\, Project 1619\, Inc. and the City of Hampton for the 2024 African Landing Day Commemoration and Soil Blending Ceremony held at Fort Monroe. The Soil Blending Ceremony\, will mark the site of the African Landing Memorial\, which is slated to be completed in 2026. Soil from Angola will be blended with soil from Fort Monroe and other Virginia sites.  This ceremony will include cultural honors and recognitions plus youth activities\, a Parade of Nations\, a Flower Petal Ceremony\, a drum call and a bell ringing ceremony. There will be special guests performances by Sheila Arnold\, storyteller; Leah Glenn Dance Theatre; KAM Kelly & The DAY Program and Tidewater African Cultural Alliance.  \nAfrican Landing Day Commemoration Events Schedule: \nThe William Tucker 1624 Society’s Annual African Landing Event \nFriday\, August 23\, 2024\, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.  \nHampton Roads Convention Center \nThe William Tucker 1624 Society is honored to have Filipe Silvino de Pina Zau\, Angola’s Minister of Culture as the keynote speaker for this event and the attendance of a large delegation of Angolans to accompany the Minister. The theme this year is “We Are Better Together.” This year’s program demonstrates bridging the gaps of 405 years of history between the continents. Ric Murphy\, author of “Arrival of the First Africans\,” will be the master of ceremony. In addition\, this year there will be an art exhibit presentation from Angola by the Embassy of the Republic of Angola to the United States.  \n2024 African Landing Day Commemoration and Soil Blending Event \nSaturday\, August 24\, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fort Monroe   \nCome together this weekend to recognize the landing of the first enslaved Africans on our shores at Point Comfort–a point in our country’s history that had\, and continues to have\, a profound impact on this country and its people. This ceremony will include cultural honors and recognitions plus youth activities\, a Parade of Nations\, a Flower Petal Ceremony\, a drum call and a bell ringing ceremony. There will be special guest performances by Sheila Arnold\, storyteller; Leah Glenn Dance Theatre; KAM Kelly & The DAY Program and Tidewater African Cultural Alliance. There will be special remarks from Hampton Mayor Donnie Tuck\, the Tucker Family\, Senator Maime Locke and others.  \nExperience the essence of our heritage and history through a Soil Blending Ceremony – honoring the contributions of Native American\, European\, and African cultures. Through their convergence\, we hope to reflect the depth and richness of each  of these cultural traditions and how they shaped America.  \nHealing Day \nSunday\, August 25\, 6-8 a.m. \nOutlook Beach\, Fort Monroe \nJoin the Fort Monroe Authority\, National Park Service\, Project 1619\, and the City of Hampton for a Day of Healing at Fort Monroe’s Outlook Beach. This ceremony provides attendees with a unique opportunity for healing and cleansing of the soul. Attendees are encouraged to wear all white. 
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