Soulardarity

Q4 Meeting
2023-09-30 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | 21 Highland St, Highland Park, MI 48203, 21 Highland St, Highland Park, Michigan, 48203, United States
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Website launch
2023-11-16 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
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Thanksgiving
2023-11-23 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Nandi’s Knowledge Cafe, 71 Oakman Blvd, highland park, 48203, United States
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SOULARDARITY 2024 Q1 Meeting RSVP
2024-02-23 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | General Baker Institute, 15798 Livernois, Detroit, MI 48238, detroit, Michigan, 48238, United States
Please RSVP for our 2024 Q1 meeting on February 23, 2024, from 5:30 -7:30 pm. Your attendance confirmation will help us plan the event effectively. Thank you for taking the time to respond.

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Racial Healing in Climate & Environmental Justice Organizing
2024-02-29 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Soulardarity is hosting our first annual Racial Healing in EJ Event. This National Day of Racial Healing will take place on Zoom, Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 6pm-8pm ET. The event is open to the public and a time to reflect on our shared values and create a collaborative blueprint for #HowWeHeal from the effects of racism specifically within the environmental justice/climate change movement.

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Storytime with Soulardarity
2024-03-03 20:00 - 21:00 UTC
Join us for an enchanting evening of “Storytime with Soulardarity”! Delve into a world of wonder and wisdom as local environmental justice activists and organizers captivate audiences with tales of resilience, hope, and empowerment. Whether you’re young or young at heart, these stories are sure to inspire and ignite the imagination.

Date: Starts in March, Every Sunday

Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Location: Zoom

Admission: Free for members; $3 per household for non-members

Age Range: Recommended for ages 8 and above

Gather your loved ones, cozy up, and embark on a journey through storytelling that celebrates community, justice, and the power of storytelling. Don’t miss out on this enriching experience where words come to life and hearts are uplifted!

Dismantle DTE Utility Clinic
2024-04-03 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Avalon Village, 24 Avalon Street, highland park, Michigan, 48203, United States
Know Your DTE Consumer Rights

COMMUNITY EVENT

Wednesday, April 3, 2024 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET

Calling all Highland Parkers: Are you having trouble with affording your DTE bill? Not getting any real support? Feeling like your rights as a customer have been violated? Come to the Homework House for a Ratepayer Clinic Wednesday, April 3rd 6-8pm at Avalon Village (24 Avalon Street Highland Park, MI 48203)!

During the clinic you’ll learn how to navigate and get support with past-due DTE bills, shutoffs, and other issues — and to learn about YOUR RIGHTS as a DTE customer. Community volunteers will work with you one-on-one to assess your issue, see what affordability programs you’re eligible for, and help you with applying!

Food & childcare will be provided. Hosted by community members of the Dismantle DTE campaign, the Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition & Soulardarity. With free legal information and consultation from the Sugar Law Center for Social & Economic Justice.

Be sure to bring your most recent DTE bill. Additionally, if you have a MIBridges account please locate your login information (email connected to account, username, and password). Coming with those items prepared will ensure we can swiftly support you.

RSVP asap, as space will be limited to ensure everyone can get the support they need.

See you Wednesday, April 3rd 6-8pm at Avalon Village (24 Avalon Street Highland Park, MI 48203)!

**We are NOT affiliated nor do we work with DTE Energy**

RSVP NOW!!!

Highland Park Campaign Team Meeting
2024-04-22 17:30 - 19:00 UTC
The Highland Park Campaign Team is getting back together! This spring, we have MUCH to talk about! Gather your neighbors and fellow Highland Parkers to get updates on our Whole Homes, Whole Communities project, talk about upcoming workshops and events in Highland Park through Soulardarity, and talk about what matters MOST to you in Highland Park this year – along with finding out how you can continue to make a difference through volunteering! Hosted on Zoom, make sure you RSVP for this meeting together! RSVP BELOW!

Feast for Funds with Soulardarity! Fundraise with us at Famous Dave's!
2024-05-02 12:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que, 20300 E Thirteen Mile Rd, Roseville, Michigan, 48066
Everyone has to eat, and let’s be honest…it feels even better when eating for a cause! On May 2nd, Soulardarity is raising money to continue the fight for energy democracy! If you dine in, take out, or order online on Thursday May 2nd at Famous Dave’s in Roseville between 12pm – 8pm and you mention the Soulardarity Feast for Funds, we will receive 20% of the total sales. Great food, a good cause, and awesome people? What are you waiting for! RSVP at the link below today!

SHARE THIS FLYER WITH ALL YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS!

Annual Membership & Board Election Meeting
2024-05-17 17:30 - 19:30 UTC
We’re saving you a seat for our Annual Membership & Board Election Meeting that is sure to be an INCREDIBLE event! Let’s gather together at the University of Michigan Detroit Center, have some amazing food, hear how the we have been moving forward in Q2, get ready for the great events and initiatives coming soon, and participate in our yearly Board Election! Your presence is so valued and needed – we can’t wait to see you there! Oh, and bonus points for inviting someone else to join you & share the flyer below! RSVP below!

Do you live in Highland Park and are interested in running for the board? Fill out the candidate form DUE BY MAY 5TH!

Click Here to fill out the candidate form!

Listen to our Board Chair, Ken Bates, talk about his experience on the board!

SHARE THIS FLYER WITH OTHERS TO JOIN!

Just Transition Workshop
2024-05-25 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Detroit)
After centuries of global plunder, the profit-driven economy rooted in patriarchy and white supremacy is unfairly undermining the life support systems of the planet. The unsustainable motto is to prioritize personal gain over neighbors and the environment. It’s time for a change. How do we overcome these practices that seem insurmountable? How do we juggle all of these solutions when there are so many (and not all of them seem real)? The Just Transition framework from the Climate Justice Alliance offers a path forward—practices and principles for sustainable living without exploitation. Are you ready to join in liberating our soil and souls, decolonizing our imaginations, and embracing a new way forward? Let’s unite to stop the harmful, build the new, and change the rules. Transition is inevitable; justice requires our intentional efforts.

This spring Soulardarity will host its first community-driven Just Transition Workshop on MAY 25, 2024. We are inviting Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park Residents interested in finding out how to actually own the tools and framework to dissolve and overcome these extractive practices and find real solutions that are local, ecological, and honoring of all people. This workshop is FREE to attend. Time & Location of the workshop will be shared with those that register using this PRE-REGISTRATION form. Space is limited, so please don’t wait to reserve your seat. Your safety is our safety and none of your information will be shared outside of organizational use.

The first 30 people to sign up & attend will receive a $40 gift card!

RSVP HERE!

SHARE the flyer below on social media or with friends and family!

Questions? Email max@soulardarity.com!

How to Power a City Screening
2024-06-09 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Detroit School of Arts 123, 123 Selden St., Detroit, Michigan, 48201, United States
Join Soulardarity for food and a film to kick off the Summer! We’ll be screening How to Power a City, a documentary directed by Melanie LaRosa. This film highlights efforts of Highland Park residents when 1,000+ residential street lights were removed by DTE Energy in 2011 due to a city debt. Learn about the fight to relight neighborhoods with community-owned solar street lights. This film explores the real-life struggles of energy burden that marginalized BIPOC communities experience.

We’ll offer different ticket tiers all of which will include dinner! So buy a ticket and bring a friend.

Check out the trailer below and here directly from Melanie LaRosa!

This screening will be held at the Detroit School of Arts

Parking Details: DSA has parking located between Woodward and Cass Ave, Behind the DSO with metered parking in the front of the DSO and free handicap parking behind and on the side of DSA- 123 Selden 48201.

By attending the “How to Power a City” documentary screening, you will help us raise funds to bring awareness, inspire action, and create a positive impact within our community. Together, let’s shine a light on the issues that matter and work towards a brighter future for all. In Solidarity with Soulardarity

Bowl with Soul!
2024-06-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Detroit)
Everybody loves a great game of bowling! (and it’s even BETTER when we can support a great cause like…ENERGY DEMOCRACY!) Come out and Bowl with Soul on June 22nd. One ticket includes: bowling for 2 hours, bowling shoe rental, 2 slices of pizza and soft drinks. We will be raffling off Soulardarity memberships, Soul merchandise, and more fun will be in store! Tickets MUST be purchased in advance below!

Questions? Email programs@soulardarity.org for any questions or concerns.

Everyone is welcome! Help Soulardarity raise the funds for energy democracy by inviting your friends & family and SHARING the flyer below!

Community Resource Fair
2024-07-20 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Jakobi Ra Park, 34 Avalon St, Highland Park, Michigan, 48203, United States
Soulardarity is joining one of our favorite partners – Avalon Village – in bringing resources to our community! Held at Avalon Village (34-36 Avalon, Highland Park) from 12-5pm, come and see all different kinds of vendors that can help with health, wellness, mental health, legal, utility, housing, food security, education, & more!

Soulardarity will be there to help resource our residents in the middle of the intense Detroit heat waves! Come visit our booth to receive resources to keep you cool in the heat, and information of how to handle DTE when shutoffs or other issues may occur!

More Information HERE

Virtual Pop-Up Shop
2024-07-24 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Detroit)
Soulardarity has some new merch! Come see what it’s all about by being on our LIVESTREAM on Facebook July 24 at 6PM. Attendees will be able to view our brand new merch store, enjoy fun games with the Soul staff, enter for a chance to WIN some free items, and hear about potential discounts! Set a reminder to jump on Facebook Live with us @ Soulardarity on July 24!

Can’t join on Facebook? No worries. Email programs@soulardarity.com to join the zoom webinar!

Buddy's Giveback Fundraiser
2024-07-31 11:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | Buddy’s Pizza, 17125 Conant, Detroit, Michigan, 48212, United States
Pizza + Energy Democracy…what could be better? On Wednesday July 31, order anything from Buddy’s Pizza on 17125 Conant St Detroit, MI and Soulardarity receives 20% of sales! All you have to do is mention “Soulardarity” when you dine-in, order to-go in person, over the phone, or use GIVEBACK as the code if you order off of Buddy’s Website!

(does not include 3rd party delivery apps such as DoorDash or GrubHub)

RSVP YOUR SPOT TODAY!

SHARE the flyer with family, friends, neighbors, & more! See you at Buddy’s!

Organizer Bootcamp
2024-08-09 18:00 - 2024-08-10 15:30 (America/Detroit) | Live6 Alliance HomeBase, 7426 McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI, Michigan, 48221, United States
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, and the Detroit Black Food Sovereignty Network’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!

The first 25 people to RSVP & attend BOTH days of the Organizer Bootcamp and you will receive a FREE Cooling Kit – resources to help you thrive in the Detroit summer! A $100 value, scroll down to see a picture of what’s included!

DETAILS for the Organizer Bootcamp:

Held in person

Live 6 Alliance – 7426 W McNichols Rd Detroit, MI 48221

Completely FREE

On the evening of Friday, August 9

All day on Saturday, August 10

All meals are included

RSVP HERE!

SHARE this flyer with your neighbors, networks, & friends!

QUESTIONS? EMAIL PROGRAMS@SOULARDARITY.COM!

Collard Green Cook-Off Championship
2024-08-15 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Detroit) | Joseph Walker William Recreation Center, 8431 Rosa Parks Blvd, Detroit, Michigan, 48206, United States
Detroit is Different is throwin down some greens! Come say hey to Soulardarity at the Collard Green Cook-Off Championship! 5 Playoff Winners are ready to go head-to-head on Thursday August 15 at the Joseph Walker Williams Rec Center at 8431 Rosa Parks Blvd in Detroit! Soulardarity will be there to support and to let folks know about energy democracy, the building up of our community, and resources!

Find out more information at their website HERE

Q3 Membership Meeting
2024-08-23 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Detroit)
Close out the summertime with Soulardarity! We’re inviting ALL of our members out for a great time of food, fellowship, and finding out what Soulardarity’s been up to along with what’s up next! And if you’re not a member yet…this is the perfect event to come to find out more and join up!

LOCATION: The Mama Imani Humphrey Hall at the DBCSFSN/Detroit Food Commons (located in the same building as the Detroit People’s Food Co-Op) 8324 Woodward Avenue Detroit, MI 48202

Questions? Email programs@soulardarity.com

MiCAN Community Voices Series
2024-08-29 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit)
The Michigan Climate Action Network has a series of webinars featuring different organizations and their expertise in their given communities, and Soulardarity is being featured on August 29th! Held on Zoom, join the Soul team as we shed light to the MiCan Network about Energy Democracy, Climate Justice, and the issues surrounding Highland Park and Detroit.

In order to attend, please register at the link below! If you have any questions, please reach out to programs@soulardarity.com

RSVP HERE!

Stop DTE's Rate Hike- MPSC In-Person Public Hearing
2024-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Mumford High School, 17525 Wyoming Ave, Detroit, Michigan, 48221, United States
DTE is getting ready to raise rates on residents AGAIN. They’ve done it MULTIPLE times over the past few years – let’s get together to stop them!

The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) is hosting an in-person hearing where residents can give public comment about DTE’s gas and electric rate hike. On Wednesday, September 18th from 6-8 pm at Mumford High School, 17525 Wyoming Ave.

Tell DTE to STOP raising their rates! Share your public comment here.

This is a rare yet exciting opportunity for You to have your voice heard and for it to go on public record. DTE is asking for yet another rate hike to their gas and electric utility services as they’ve done year after year and this time they want a total of $722 Million, a bill that residents like yourself will foot. We encourage and invite you to share your public comment and join us to voice why you believe DTE should not receive yet another rate increase.

About DTE’s rate hike:

DTE 2024 Gas Rate Case (Case #U-21291) DTE seeks a rate hike to increase to gas rates of $266 M for safety and reliability investments and to compensate for reduced sales. DTE seeks an increase in their return on equity from 9.9% to 10.25%. It would cause a 9% increase in residential gas rates. A final decision from the Commission is likely to be made on the matter by December 2024.

DTE 2024 Electric Rate Case (Case #U-21534) DTE seeks a $456.4 M electric rate increase and an additional ~$250 M in an Investment Recovery Mechanism primarily for electric distribution grid expenses. DTE seeks an increase in their return on equity from 9.9% to 10.25%. It would cause a 9.6% increase in residential electric rates. The Commission is reading the record of this case and is scheduled to issue a ruling on January 28th, 2025.

Invite your family, friends, and neighbors – we want to pack the house to stop the rate hike! Let’s stand in solidarity to stop DTE’s predatory practices.

DBCFSN Harvest Festival
2024-09-21 12:00 - 2024-09-22 18:00 (America/Detroit)
Our awesome friends at D-Town Farms and DBCFSN are putting on a harvest festival for the whole family! “Join us on Saturday, September 21, and Sunday, September 22, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM each day, during the fall equinox, for a jam-packed weekend of fun and learning activities for all ages. This is more than a festival; it’s a movement of workshops, hands-on activities, music, and vibes that reflect the soul of sustainable food systems and community power.” The Soul Team will be there with our table and hands-on activities about solar and how to save on your DTE bill! Come check it out!

For more information on the full list of activities and more, please visit https://www.dbcfsn.org/harvest2024

2024 Michigan Climate Summit
2024-09-26 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit)
The Michigan Climate Action Network (or MiCAN) is a coalition network of organizations the advocate for climate action and justice in Michigan! Soulardarity is a part, and every year they have a Climate Summit – this year held at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, with the focus being “Climate Civics” with MiCAN saying, “The goals of this year’s gathering include depicting the interlocking crises of democracy and climate justice, educating the populace and empowering lifelong climate voters, and departing with tangible ways to perform our civic duty to our communities.”

Soulardarity will not only BE at the Michigan Climate Summit, but we will also be one of the PRESENTERS! Purchase a ticket to come and support Soulardarity, find out more organizations fighting for climate action and justice in Michigan, and engage in participating for change!

Tickets $35, and $15 for needs-based admission. You can purchase tickets at the link below. Questions or transportation issues? Contact programs@soulardarity.com!

TICKET PURCHASE & MORE INFORMATION HERE!

MEJC 2024 Summit
2024-09-28 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit)
We’re joining one of our FAVORITE partners for their bi-annual summit hosted at Avalon Village! The Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition hosts the Statewide EJ Summit every two years bringing together hundreds of frontline and fenceline activists, allies and accomplices to share stories and strategies for achieving a safer, cleaner, more vibrant future. Soulardarity will be hosting a workshop, as well as many other great organizations. It will be a day full of fun, learning, connection, and staying rooted in OUR POWER!

The event is FREE (including breakfast & lunch), but you MUST register over at MEJC’s website! Click below to RSVP and find out more about the summit!

RSVP HERE!

Buddy's Giveback
2024-10-14 11:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit)
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!

Mention “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!

Support the Solar Ordinance: Highland Park City Council Meeting
2024-10-21 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Detroit)
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.

We 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!

HPC3 Solar & Sustainability Tour
2024-10-26 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Detroit) | Parker Village, 181 E Buena Vista, Highland Park, Michigan, 48203, United States
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!

Only $10 a ticket (donations appreciated as well) for all of this on an unforgettable Saturday. Purchase tickets at the link below!

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

INVITE your friends, family, & neighbors!

Volunteer Orientation
2024-11-06 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Detroit)
Join us for Soulardarity’s Volunteer Orientation and start making a positive impact in our communities. Join us via Zoom!

BENEFITS OF JOINING VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION

Discover how to sign up for volunteer opportunities, understand our mission & vision, and learn about the value of your contributions.

Connect and build relationships with fellow Soulardarity members.

Create a personalized volunteer engagement plan with various options to suit your interests.

The reasons to Volunteer are abundant! Volunteering to support Soulardarity will allow you to…

Empower Our Communities: Support energy justice by amplifying local voices and making a real difference.

Learn and Grow: Gain experience in environmental justice while developing valuable skills.

Build Strong Connections: Join a network of passionate, like-minded individuals dedicated to a sustainable future.

Make a Tangible Impact: Be a force for positive change in our neighborhoods. &

Feel the Fulfillment: Experience the joy of giving back and making a difference.

See you November 6th!

Q4 Membership Meeting
2024-11-12 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Motor City Mimosa, 2055 Gratiot, Detroit, Michigan, 48207, United States
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!

Held 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!

Sneaker Ball Call to Artists
2024-11-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit)
Calling all Artists

Use your artwork to help raise funds for a cause. In preparation for our end-of-the-year Sneaker Ball Gala, we’re collecting artwork for our silent auction. We’re open to all mediums, ranging from paintings to pottery. We’ll also accept donations from small businesses that have items they’d like to donate. This is a great way to also get more eyes on your artist ability! If you’re interested in donating a piece please fill out the form below!

Donation form

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