BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Soulardarity - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Soulardarity X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://soulardarity.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Soulardarity REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241014T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241014T210000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20240909T183123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T214945Z UID:2619-1728903600-1728939600@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Buddy's Giveback DESCRIPTION:What’s better than pizza and energy democracy? NOT MUCH! And on October 14th\, you have the opportunity for BOTH! Raise money for energy democracy and Soulardarity by heading to Buddy’s Pizza at 17125 Conant St Detroit! \n\n\n\nMention “Soulardarity” when you order in-store or on the phone\, or insert the code “GIVEBACK” when ordering online (does not apply to third party apps like DoorDash). Share with your friends and family\, and let’s raise money for Soulardarity! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/giveback/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Buddys-Giveback-October.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241021T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241021T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20241015T192903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T192903Z UID:2675-1729535400-1729542600@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Support the Solar Ordinance: Highland Park City Council Meeting DESCRIPTION:During the last City Council meeting\, the final voting of the city’s new solar ordinance occurred. This ordinance opens the door for safety and sustainability in Highland Park – allowing for solar solutions & more in the city. Beyond that\, it also allows for investments in the city to occur by way of grants & more – one of which is proposed at $2.5 million for new streetlights. When the vote came down\, it ended in a stalemate of 2 v 2 due to one council member being absent. \n\n\n\nWe need your help to pack the room at this next city council meeting to let our representatives know that we are in STRONG support of passing this ordinance and ACCEPTING these funds that would better Highland Park! Workshop for city council begins at 6PM\, the meeting begins at 7PM with opportunity for citizen comment (limited to 2 minutes). Let’s let this city council know how we feel – that we need this solar ordinance and these funds! SHARE the flyer below with all you know! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/solarordinance/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/OCT-21-City-Council-Ordinance-CTA.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241026T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241026T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20241015T193811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T193812Z UID:2679-1729940400-1729951200@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:HPC3 Solar & Sustainability Tour DESCRIPTION:Be a part of something AMAZING in Highland Park! Highland Park Community Crisis Coalition (HPC3) made up of Soulardarity\, Avalon Village\, and Parker Village are putting on a tour to show all the incredible past\, present\, and yes\, FUTURE solar and sustainability projects in Highland Park! Join this unique bus tour through Highland Park and get lunch\, a branded HPC3 t-shirt\, information on Whole Homes\, Whole Community (a new project to lower energy burden for HPers) and MORE! \n\n\n\nOnly $10 a ticket (donations appreciated as well) for all of this on an unforgettable Saturday. Purchase tickets at the link below! \n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nINVITE your friends\, family\, & neighbors! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/hpc3tour/ LOCATION:Parker Village\, 181 E Buena Vista\, Highland Park\, Michigan\, 48203\, United States CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/SUSTAINABILITY-TOUR.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241106T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241106T183000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20240815T181716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T135833Z UID:2529-1730914200-1730917800@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation DESCRIPTION:Join us for Soulardarity’s Volunteer Orientation and start making a positive impact in our communities. Join us via Zoom! \n\n\n\nBENEFITS OF JOINING VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION \n\n\n\nDiscover how to sign up for volunteer opportunities\, understand our mission & vision\, and learn about the value of your contributions. \n\n\n\nConnect and build relationships with fellow Soulardarity members. \n\n\n\nCreate a personalized volunteer engagement plan with various options to suit your interests. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe reasons to Volunteer are abundant! Volunteering to support Soulardarity will allow you to… \n\n\n\nEmpower Our Communities: Support energy justice by amplifying local voices and making a real difference. \n\n\n\nLearn and Grow: Gain experience in environmental justice while developing valuable skills. \n\n\n\nBuild Strong Connections: Join a network of passionate\, like-minded individuals dedicated to a sustainable future. \n\n\n\nMake a Tangible Impact: Be a force for positive change in our neighborhoods. & \n\n\n\nFeel the Fulfillment: Experience the joy of giving back and making a difference. \n\n\n\nSee you November 6th! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/volunteer-orientation/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Volunteer-Orientation-Flyer-Updated.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241112T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241112T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20241015T194340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T193154Z UID:2685-1731432600-1731441600@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Q4 Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Calling all members (and yes\, non-members too!) to our FINAL membership meeting of the year! We’re in the final quarter and we are ready to CELEBRATE some incredible touchdowns\, encouraging defense\, show-stopping offense\, and a highlight reel as the clock winds down on the year! As always\, the food\, vibes\, and community will be awesome as always\, and it’s a great opportunity if you’re UNFAMILIAR with Soulardarity to get to know us & what membership is all about!\n\n\n\nHeld at the Aya House at Motor City Mimosa at 2055 Gratiot in Detroit\, we hope to see you there! BONUS – come dressed in your favorite Sports Team apparel! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/q4meeting/ LOCATION:Motor City Mimosa\, 2055 Gratiot\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48207\, United States CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Q4-Membership-Meeting-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241206T230000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20240829T175758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T162316Z UID:2606-1733511600-1733526000@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Sneaker Ball End of Year Celebration DESCRIPTION:Let’s head out of 2024 and into 2025 with a celebration of epic proportions! Grab your finest attire and your favorite pair of sneakers and meet us for our first Soulardarity Sneaker Ball!\n\n\n\nThings you can expect from this amazing night:\n\n\n\n\nSilent Auction on incredible artists & packages\n\n\n\nThe unbelievable Urban Art Orchestra performing LIVE with an open dance floor\n\n\n\nAwards and celebrations of many accomplishments of 2024\n\n\n\nA fantastic dinner provided by the Love Experience\n\n\n\nCocktails & VIP Packages are also provided by the Love Experience\n\n\n\nLive entertainment and hilarious laughs by comedian Mic Larry\n\n\n\nExtraordinary raffles\n\n\n\n& MORE! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPLUS – you can sponsor our event! If you are interested in sponsoring the Sneaker Ball and the perks that come with sponsoring\, please email michelle@soulardarity.com or click this link bit.ly/SponsorSneakerball! If you’re an artist looking to donate your art for a cause click here and fill out this form. \n\n\n\nPurchase your tickets EARLY and share with your friends\, neighbors\, family\, partner organizations\, and more!\n\n\n\nQuestions? Email programs@soulardarity.com! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/sneakerball/ LOCATION:Mama Imani Humphery Hall ( 2nd floor Detroit Food Co-op)\, 8324 Woodward Ave\,\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48202\, United States CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Final-Sneakerball-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250320T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250320T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250305T205329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T211149Z UID:3009-1742493600-1742499000@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Highland Park Campaign Team Meeting DESCRIPTION:Live in Highland Park? Have a love for Highland Park? Want to be more involved in Highland Park? This is the ACTION TEAM for you! Whether you’ve been a part of the team for awhile or you’re brand new\, we want to get together on Zoom and find out what 2025 is going to be all about when it comes to Soulardarity and the city of Highland Park. RSVP today and bring a friend! Zoom link will be sent out later. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSHARE the flyer below with your networks\, social media\, friends\, family\, & neighbors! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/hpctmeeting/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/HPCT-Meeting-March-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250503T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250503T140000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250311T182701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T170558Z UID:3044-1746266400-1746280800@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:"Resilience in the Face of Blackouts" Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join Soulardarity for a hands-on workshop on preparing for power outages and climate disruptions! \n\n\n\nLearn practical strategies for keeping the lights on\, charging essential devices\, and staying connected during blackouts. Build your own Blackout Kit valued at almost $100\, discover backup power options\, and connect with neighbors to strengthen community resilience. Join us for a training that will ready and prepare you for emergencies and more! \n\n\n\nHeld in person at Avalon Village’s Homework House – feel free to SHARE with family\, friends\, and neighbors to invite them to be a part! \n\n\n\nQuestions? Email rafael@soulardarity.com URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/resilienceworkshop/ LOCATION:Avalon Village\, 40 Avalon\, Highland Park\, Michigan\, 48203\, United States CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/05.03.25-Resilience-Workshop-Graphic-5.5-x-8.5-in-Email-Newsletter.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250505T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250505T183000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250311T180258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T200400Z UID:3025-1746466200-1746469800@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Soulardarity's Volunteer Orientation DESCRIPTION:Soulardarity invites you to our Volunteer Orientation on Monday\, May 5\, 2025\, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM on Zoom. \n\n\n\nThis session provides an opportunity to discover how to engage with the organization’s mission and vision\, connect with community members\, and create a customized volunteer plan tailored to your interests. \n\n\n\nRSVP below. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick Here to RSVP\n\n\n\n\nReach out to our Membership and Volunteer Coordinator Caton@soulardarity.com with any questions. URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/volunteerorientationq2/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/05.05.25-Volunteer-Orientation-Flyer-JPG.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250520T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250520T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250221T203455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T204632Z UID:2956-1747762200-1747769400@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Q2 Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:We’re saving you a seat for our Q2 Membership Meeting\, which is sure to be an INCREDIBLE event! \n\n\n\nLet’s gather together\, hear our Q2 organizational priority updates\, get ready for the great events and initiatives coming soon\, and enjoy each other’s company! Your presence is valued and needed – we can’t wait to see you there! Oh\, and bonus points for inviting someone else to join you & share the event details and RSVP today! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/q2-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:Soulardarity’s (New) Office\, 2200 Hunt St.\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 4807 CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-Q2-Membership-Meeting-5.5-x-8.5-in.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250531T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250531T150000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250424T153108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T162657Z UID:3474-1748683800-1748703600@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Just Transition Workshop DESCRIPTION:It’s no secret – the world we live in is extractive. It prioritizes profit over people\, obliterates resources\, degrades the Earth\, and is completely unsustainable. But what are we supposed to do about it? Combating it can seem overwhelming and daunting. That’s why Soulardarity is putting on the Just Transition Workshop – a practical framework from moving from the extractive economy we live in towards the regenerative one we want! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on May 31st at REVIVAL TABERNACLE (16455 Woodward Ave\, Highland Park) where meals will be provided as we figure out how to move from one to the other…together! Bring a friend because…the first 30 people that RSVP and attend will get a $40 gift card!!\n\n\n\nNOTE: please park in the Florence Street Lot (NOTE the main lot that has the health trailer) and enter the main sanctuary building doors that face Woodward Ave. Thanks! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/just-transition-workshop/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Just-Transition-2025-Final-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250613T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250613T223000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250424T145546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T145703Z UID:3470-1749844800-1749853800@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Flash Light\, Street Light Fundraiser Block Party DESCRIPTION:Soulardarity got started in 2012 with a simple mission: bring back the street lights in Highland Park but make them community owned and solar powered. To date\, we’ve installed 17 in the city. We’re looking to install MORE and we need your help! We want to CELEBRATE another 10 installed on Florence & Louise and raise MONEY to install more! \n\n\n\nShare with friends and be on Louise Ave between Woodward & 2nd Ave for a massive block party to celebrate the work of bringing street lights to Highland Park! Live music\, food\, information\, celebration and more!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick HERE to Purchase a Solar Flash Light in Support of Soulardarity! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/flash-light-street-light-fundraiser-block-party/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Flash-Light-Street-Light-Front-rgb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250801T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250802T153000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250311T182255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T184029Z UID:3041-1754069400-1754148600@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Organizer Bootcamp DESCRIPTION:We all have a desire to see CHANGE – whether it be on our block\, in our community\, or in our world. But how do we affect change? Soulardarity & Climate Justice Alliance’s answer is to be an ORGANIZER. That doesn’t just mean environmental justice warriors\, we are here to prove that ANYONE can be an organizer. Through our bootcamp\, we’ll get the tools\, information\, and resources necessary to address problems and work towards solutions in our communities. RSVP today and invite a friend!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDETAILS for the Organizer Bootcamp:\n\n\n\nHeld in person at REVIVAL TABERNACLE (16455 Woodward Ave Highland Park\, MI 48203)\n\n\n\nCompletely FREE\n\n\n\nOn the evening of Friday\, August 1st from 5:30PM – 8:30PM\n\n\n\nAll day on Saturday\, August 2 from 9:30AM – 3:30PM\n\n\n\nAll meals are included\n\n\n\nFree SWAG (tshirts) included as well! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? EMAIL PROGRAMS@SOULARDARITY.COM! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/bootcamp2025/ LOCATION:Revival Tabernacle\, 16455 Woodward Ave\, Highland Park\, Michigan\, 48203\, United States CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Organizer-Bootcamp-Flyer-2025-FINAL.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250904T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250904T183000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250311T180426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T202231Z UID:3027-1757007000-1757010600@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Soulardarity's Volunteer Orientation DESCRIPTION:Join us for Soulardarity’s Volunteer Orientation and start making a positive impact in our communities. The Volunteer Orientation provides an opportunity to discover how to engage with the organization’s mission and vision\, connect with community members\, and create a customized volunteer plan tailored to your interests. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE!\n\n\n\n\nBENEFITS OF JOINING VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION \n\n\n\n\nDiscover how to sign up for volunteer opportunities\, understand our mission & vision\, and learn about the value of your contributions.\n\n\n\nConnect and build relationships with fellow Soulardarity members.\n\n\n\nCreate a personalized volunteer engagement plan with various options to suit your interests.\n\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, September 4\, 2025 \n\n\n\nTime: 5:30pm – 6:30pm \n\n\n\nWhere: Zoom \n\n\n\nRSVP TODAY to sign up and get the Zoom Registration link emailed to your inbox.Ready to start volunteering now or have questions? Email membership@soulardarity.com \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING \n\n\n\nEmpower Our Communities: Support energy justice by amplifying local voices and making a real difference. \n\n\n\nLearn and Grow: Gain experience in environmental justice while developing valuable skills. \n\n\n\nBuild Strong Connections: Join a network of passionate\, like-minded individuals dedicated to a sustainable future. \n\n\n\nMake a Tangible Impact: Be a force for positive change in our neighborhoods. \n\n\n\nFeel the Fulfillment: Experience the joy of giving back and making a difference. URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/volunteerorientationq3/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/IMG_2101-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250906T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250906T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250808T150351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T150352Z UID:3863-1757160000-1757174400@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Avalon Village's "Pull Up & Play" & Resource Fair! DESCRIPTION:Our wonderful partners Avalon Village is combining 2 of their BEST events! Pull Up & Play Back to School Day features bounce houses\, treats\, games\, school supplies giveaways\, food\, & more! PLUS – get crucial information about great resources for you! From parenting to DTE bills\, from resiliency to housing\, find community organizations that can help meet needs. Come out on Sept 6th! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/avalon-villages-pull-up-play-resource-fair/ LOCATION:Avalon Village\, 40 Avalon\, Highland Park\, Michigan\, 48203\, United States CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3rd-Annual-Pull-Up-Play-Day.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250906T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250906T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20260417T201404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T201406Z UID:4482-1757160000-1757174400@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Avalon Village's Community Resource Fair! DESCRIPTION:Our wonderful partners Avalon Village are throwing the best kind of party – a RESOURCE PARTY! Get crucial information about great resources for you! From parenting to DTE bills\, from resiliency to housing\, find community organizations that can help meet needs. Come out on July 11th! (we’ll be there too!) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE for More Info on Avalon Village’s Website! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/avalonvillageresourcefair2026/ LOCATION:Avalon Village\, 40 Avalon\, Highland Park\, Michigan\, 48203\, United States CATEGORIES:Soulardarity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250909T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250909T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250808T145605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T151638Z UID:3858-1757410200-1757437200@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:6th Annual Michigan Climate Summit DESCRIPTION:The Michigan Climate Action Network (or MiCan) is hosting their 6th annual Climate Summit! Descending on Lansing\, join hundreds of climate activists and grassroots and green organizations for a day of invigorating panels\, keynote speakers\, and important tables! \n\n\n\nEarly bird ticket are $55 and sales have been extended to August 10\, 2025. Full-price General Admission tickets will cost $70 starting on August 11. Need-based tickets for $30 are available to students or anyone requiring support to attend. These will remain $30 after August 10. Sign up to volunteer at the Summit and receive a free ticket to the event!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick HERE for more information on MiCan’s website! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/6th-annual-michigan-climate-summit/ LOCATION:Lansing Center\, 333 E Michigan Ave\, Lansing\, Michigan\, 48933\, United States CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025_Summit_Theme_Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250311T180829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T145256Z UID:3031-1757611800-1757619000@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Annual Board Election & Membership Meeting! DESCRIPTION:Shape the FUTURE of energy democracy in Highland Park! Join us on Thursday September 11th as we participate in voting in our board! This meeting IS open to the public\, but to vote\, you must be a dues-paying member ($10/yr for Highland Park\, $25/yr for non-Highland Parkers). Interested in joining our board or helping shape the process with our Board Election Action Team? Email michelle@soulardarity.com. Interested in running for our Board? CLICK below? \n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE to fill out the form to run for our Board!\n\n\n\n\nPLUS catch up on ALL Soulardarity has had going on this summer! Grab some great food\, hang out with some awesome people\, collaborate on new projects\, and champion energy democracy together\, while eating some delicious food and hanging out with great people! Open to the public – all members and non-members invited! RSVP today to come to the Aya House at 2055 Gratiot Ave\, Detroit\, MI! **Parking Details: AYA House has street parking in the back where the entrance is located\, There’s a small lot (see image below) and on Division street directly below** URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/q3membershipmeeting/ LOCATION:Aya House\, 2055 Gratiot Ave\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48067 CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2025-Annual-Membership-Board-Election-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250925T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250925T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250818T191625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T192452Z UID:3932-1758821400-1758826800@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Highland Park Campaign Team Meeting DESCRIPTION:Have a heartbeat for Highland Park? This is the action team to hop in on! We’ll be sharing updates on our Whole Homes\, Whole Communities home repair program for 48203\, discussing where we’re at with our street lights initiative\, and collaborating on the potential for a Highland Park Sustainability Commission. It will be held virtually on ZOOM. Please RSVP below and you will receive the link in your email 24 hours prior to the event. \n\n\n\n\n\nFeel like you won’t remember? That’s ok! Add it to your calendar using the button below! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/hpctmeeting-2/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/HPCT-Q3-2025-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251002T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251003T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250808T155325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T155327Z UID:3886-1759397400-1759510800@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:20th Annual Great Lakes Bioneers Conference DESCRIPTION:The Great Lakes Bioneers Detroit (GLBD) conference is a platform for community members to network and highlight innovative approaches to environmental and social challenges. The conference is for people of all ages who are interested in exploring topics\, developing skills and motivating action for the betterment of our One Earth Community. We invite passionate individuals\, experts\, activists\, and educators to join us in exploring the theme “Revolution from the Heart of Nature: Celebrating Our Interdependence” in the context of environmental sustainability\, social justice\, and community resilience.\n\n\n\nRegistration and tickets are available soon at the University of Detroit Mercy website. Click below for more information! \n\n\n\n\nClick HERE for Tickets and more information! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/20th-annual-great-lakes-bioneers-conference/ LOCATION:University of Detroit Mercy (McNichols Campus)\, 4001 W. McNichols Road\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48221\, United States CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/glbd.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251004T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251004T143000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250808T153316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T200627Z UID:3882-1759573800-1759588200@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:HPC3 Solar & Sustainability Tour DESCRIPTION:Be a part of something AMAZING in Highland Park! Highland Park Community Crisis Coalition (HPC3) made up of Soulardarity\, Avalon Village\, and Parker Village are putting on a tour to show all the incredible past\, present\, and yes\, FUTURE solar and sustainability projects in Highland Park! Join this unique bus tour through Highland Park and get lunch\, a branded HPC3 t-shirt\, information on more opportunities to lower energy bills and MORE!\n\n\n\nTickets on sale NOW for $20\, plus opportunities to sponsor!\n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nINVITE your friends\, family\, & neighbors! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/hpc3tour2025/ LOCATION:Parker Village\, 181 E Buena Vista\, Highland Park\, Michigan\, 48203\, United States CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/IMG_0032-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251210T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251210T183000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250311T180509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T041402Z UID:3029-1765387800-1765391400@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation DESCRIPTION:Join us for Soulardarity’s Volunteer Orientation and start making a positive impact in our communities. The Volunteer Orientation provides an opportunity to discover how to engage with the organization’s mission and vision\, connect with community members\, and create a volunteer plan tailored to your interests. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP Here\n\n\n\n\nBENEFITS OF JOINING VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION \n\n\n\nCreate a personalized volunteer engagement plan with various options to suit your interests. \n\n\n\nDiscover how to sign up for volunteer opportunities\, understand our mission & vision\, and learn about the value of your contributions. \n\n\n\nConnect and build relationships with fellow Soulardarity members. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRSVP TODAY to sign up and get the Zoom Registration link emailed to your inbox. \n\n\n\nReady to start volunteering now or have questions? Email programs@soulardarity.com  \n\n\n\n\nRSVP Here\n\n\n\n\nBENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING: \n\n\n\nEmpower Our Communities: Support energy justice by amplifying local voices and making a real difference. \n\n\n\nLearn and Grow: Gain experience in environmental justice while developing valuable skills. \n\n\n\nBuild Strong Connections: Join a network of passionate\, like-minded individuals dedicated to a sustainable future. \n\n\n\nMake a Tangible Impact: Be a force for positive change in our neighborhoods. \n\n\n\nFeel the Fulfillment: Experience the joy of giving back and making a difference. URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/volunteerorientationq4/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/12.10.25-Volunteer-Orientation-Flyer-CANCELED-JPG.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251219T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251219T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20250311T181139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T210924Z UID:3035-1766165400-1766172600@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Members Only Membership Meeting! DESCRIPTION:Take Part in meeting activities and earn raffle tickets for DTE bill assistance.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 🌟 Membership Meeting! 🌟 \n\n \n Let’s close out the year in true Soulardarity spirit\, together!\n This members-only gathering is where we celebrate our shared victories\,\n spark bold ideas for 2026\, and keep building the people-powered movement for\n energy democracy across our communities.\n \n\n \n 🔽 RSVP below to hold your spot!\n 📍 General Baker Institute\n15798 Livernois Ave\, Detroit\, MI 48238 \n 📄 Download the flyer below and share it with your friends\, family\, and networks.\n \n\n \n 🔥 Come ready to connect\, reflect\, and recharge for the work ahead.\n Bring your energy\, your ideas\, and your vision for a brighter\, more resilient future.\n \n\n \n 💙 Not yet a member?\n Membership sign-ups are available at the door.\n Join or renew today at\n \n soulardarity.org/join\n .\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 📄 Download Flyer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n RSVP – Membership Meeting!\n \n Please reserve your seat by completing the form below.\n \n Full Name (required)\n\n\n \n Phone Number (required)\n\n\n \n Email Address (required)\n\n\n \n Comments or Dietary Needs (optional)\n\n\n \n \n \nΔ URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/q4membershipmeeting/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/12.19.25-Save-the-Date-Membership-Meeting-Flyer-JPG.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260425T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260425T143000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20260318T194625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T195723Z UID:4425-1777111200-1777127400@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:Whole Homes\, Whole Communities Spring Workshop DESCRIPTION: URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/whole-homes-whole-communities-spring-workshop/ LOCATION:Michigan CATEGORIES:Soulardarity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260612T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260612T180000 DTSTAMP:20260430T221844 CREATED:20260417T195857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T195858Z UID:4477-1781254800-1781287200@soulardarity.org SUMMARY:7th Annual Michigan Climate Summit DESCRIPTION:The Michigan Climate Action Network (or MiCan) is hosting their 7th annual Climate Summit! Descending on East Lansing\, join hundreds of climate activists and grassroots and green organizations for a day of invigorating panels (featuring your Soul staff members!)\, keynote speakers\, and more!\n\n\n\nEarly bird tickets are $75 for general admission\, and $35 for students and they do have needs-based admission. General admission is $85 beginning May 2\, and $100 at the door.. Sign up to volunteer at the Summit and receive a free ticket to the event!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick HERE for more information on MiCan’s website! URL:https://soulardarity.org/event/7thannualmican/ LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center\, 219 S Harrison Rd.\, East Lansing\, Michigan\, 48824 CATEGORIES:Soulardarity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://soulardarity.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2025_Summit_Theme_Graphic.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR