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RMA Announces Jan 21 Speaker, Nelson Tebbe, “The Roberts Court’s Remaking of Religious Freedom”

Nelson Tebbe will will focus on three cases that were decided this summer: concerning parents’ right to absent their children from aspects of the public school curriculum that offend their religious values, concerning the ability of religious groups to form charter schools, and concerning the rights of religious employers to be exempt from paying unemployment taxes. In these cases, the Roberts Court has extended the pattern of ruling in favor of religious actors. Continue Reading →

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Community Comes Together to Support 550+ Children Through Kids In Crisis Holiday Central

The local community fulfilled 301 Amazon wish list items, distributed 149 grocery gift cards, and worked side by side as 30 volunteers helped set up the shopping experience while 27 shoppers assisted families as they selected gifts for their children. In total, 24 companies participated through giving trees, donations, volunteering, or packing gift bags, alongside 12 schools, faith communities and local groups that donated toys and clothing. Continue Reading →

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Pollinator Potluck: Let’s Talk Turkey With Master Wildlife Conservationist Ginny Apple

Come enjoy an engaging, informative program with one of the region’s most dynamic wildlife experts. DEEP Master Wildlife Conservationist Ginny Apple will give a lively talk on Connecticut’s Wild Turkeys—from their abundance in early America to near extinction and their remarkable comeback across New England. Learn about their habitats, diet, behaviors, and the truth behind the famous Ben Franklin turkey myth. Continue Reading →

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