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SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  Salvation Army
DESCRIPTION:After a summer hiatus\, our monthly HARC meetings return.  In September\, our meeting will be at the Salvation Army\, where we will hear from Major Mark Van Meter about current programs\, including the largest woman and families shelter in Washington County.  Earlier this year\, a devastating fire closed the Salvation Army’s thrift store\, hurting an important revenue source for the shelter and other programs. We’ll learn about progress on the building and the ministry’s funding needs.  \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship\, provided by Salvation Army in their soup kitchen space\, followed by the program and an optional tour of the facility. A free will offering basket will be out for donations toward the meal and their programs. RSVP requested by Friday\, September 11 at noon so we can get a count for lunch and other activities. Please note the time change to 12:15 – 1:45.  \nParking: is in the lot across from the building on Wise Street and another lot at the corner of George and Wise. Street parking is also available. See map: \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2026-9-15/
LOCATION:Salvation Army\, 541 George Street\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T133000
DTSTAMP:20260527T204827Z
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SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  Dept. of Social Services
DESCRIPTION:This month\, we’ll hear from representatives of the Washington County Department of Social Services regarding foster care needs and benefits access\, including implications for our community from recent legislation.  \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship along with the presentation. Thank you to Zion UCC for hosting and providing food (a free will offering basket will be out for donations toward the meal). RSVP requested by Friday\, June 12 at noon so we can get a count for lunch and other activities. \nParking and access:  Parking is available in the lot to the north (right side) of the church; enter via the driveway on the other side of the parsonage. Some street parking is also available. The building is accessible. Enter from the office door\, closest to the parking lot. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2026-5-2/
LOCATION:Zion Reformed UCC\, 201 N. Potomac St\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T133000
DTSTAMP:20260427T180327Z
CREATED:20260427T173616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T180327Z
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SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  Habitat for Humanity
DESCRIPTION:This month\, we’ll get an update from Habitat for Humanity of Washington County. Come learn about current programs\, how homeownership works\, and ways the faith community can be involved.  \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship along with the presentation. Thank you to Reach for hosting and providing food (a free will offering basket will be out for donations toward the meal/Reach). RSVP requested by Friday\, May 15 at noon so we can get a count for lunch and other activities. \nParking and access:  Reach is located in the back of the Aspiring to Serve building next to Christ’s Reformed Church. Access is from Wellers Alley (enter the alley from Prospect St. heading south or Jonathan St. heading north). Accessible parking is available here. Additional parking is available in the lot at Aspiring to Serve\, accessed from Franklin Street just after the church\, with a set of stairs in the rear which leads up to entrance of Reach. Enter through the main door facing the alley/lot and take the stairs or elevator one flight up to the 3rd floor. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2026-5/
LOCATION:Reach of Washington County\, 140 W. Franklin St.\, Suite 300\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260113T150314Z
CREATED:20251006T203844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T150314Z
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SUMMARY:HARC Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All members and affiliates are requested to attend our annual meeting! Representatives of other houses of worship and community members are welcome and encouraged to join us. \nThis will be a special time to hear testimonials from a few of our programs\, honor outgoing board members and some key volunteers\, and give thanks for the many ways we have been blessed with the ministry of HARC. We’ll also conduct some business\, including voting on the 2026 budget and electing new board members and officers. \nSpecial speakers sharing their testimonials/success stories include: \n\n\n\n~ Crystal\, Micah’s Backpack\n~ Precious\, Equity in Education Scholarship\n~ Amir\, Refugee Welcome Network\n\n\n\nOutgoing Board Members to be thanked for their service: \n\n\n\n~ Richard Willson\, Treasurer\n~ Rev. Chris Serufusa\, Immediate Past President\n~ Rev. Dionne Hall\n\n\n\nHighlighted Program Volunteers to be honored: \n\n\n\n~ Brenda & Chris Horsch\, Micah’s Backpack\n~ Ted & Elizabeth Howe\, Refugee Welcome Network\n\n\n\nThank you to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church for hosting and providing lunch. There will be a basket for free-will offerings toward the meal.  RSVP requested by Friday\, January 16 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2026-1-20/
LOCATION:St. Mark’s Lutheran Church\, 601 Washington Ave.\, Hagerstown\, Maryland
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T133000
DTSTAMP:20251029T172314Z
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SUMMARY:HARC Meeting: Roundtable Conversations and Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:HARC members and friends are invited to participate in roundtable conversations and fellowship. We’ll tackle some questions from our own spiritual lenses and enjoy fellowship with one another. \nJoin us for lunch\, fellowship\, sharing. Otterbein UMC will provide the lunch with a free-will offering basket.  RSVP is requested by Friday\, November 7 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening or weekend meeting.  The meeting location typically rotates among different houses of faith or affiliate organizations\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2024-12-2/
LOCATION:Otterbein United Methodist Church\, 108 East Franklin Street\, Hagerstown\, Maryland\, 21740
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T133000
DTSTAMP:20250929T150107Z
CREATED:20250923T141809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T150107Z
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SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  Rising To Learn
DESCRIPTION:We believe in nurturing the unlimited potential of every child (HARC belief statement).  In October\, HARC welcomes Dottie Gruler\, Chairperson for Rising To Learn\, to share about this new organization dedicated to ensuring children in Washington County Public Schools have the access and opportunity to reach that unlimited potential in their education. \nRising To Learn’s vision and mission: \nWe envision a future where every student in Washington County Public Schools has access to the educational services they need through a unified\, inclusive\, and well-supported countywide school district. \nOur mission is to serve as a transparent and accessible communication hub\, offering detailed information through our website\, newsletters\, and ongoing dialogue. Our initiative offers concise reports about school board meetings\, explanations of board processes and actions\, and links to resources\, while also maintaining open channels for feedback. \nOur goal is to raise community awareness and understanding of the work of the Washington County Board of Education and Washington County Public Schools\, while encouraging community participation in shaping the future of the schools. \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship along with the presentation. Thank you to Grace United Methodist Church for hosting and providing food (a free will offering basket will be out for donations toward the meal). RSVP requested by Friday\, October 10 at noon so we can get a count for lunch and other activities. \nParking and access: \nParking is available in the lot directly across the street from the church\, and there is also street parking. Enter through the door directly across from the parking lot. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2025-9-9-2/
LOCATION:Grace United Methodist Church\, 712 West Church St.\, Hagerstown\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T133000
DTSTAMP:20250822T201633Z
CREATED:20250815T152257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T201633Z
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SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  WC Homeless Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Have you wondered what’s being done in Washington County to help homeless individuals and families?  Are you curious how many people are homeless in our community?  Are you concerned about the new City of Hagerstown ordinance prohibiting lodging outdoors in public places?  Join us for our September HARC meeting when members of the Washington County Homeless Coalition will speak to these questions and more.  \nSpeakers include: \n\nJeannie Asbury\, Executive Director\, Reach of Washington County\nTim Fisher\, CEO\, Community Action Council\nKelli Black\, Washington County Mental Health Authority\n\nJoin us for lunch and fellowship along with the presentation. Thank you to Reach for hosting and providing food (a free will offering basket will be out for donations toward the meal/Reach). RSVP requested by Friday\, September 5 at noon so we can get a count for lunch and other activities. \nParking and access:  Reach is located in the back of the Aspiring To Serve building next to Christ’s Reformed Church. Access is from Wellers Alley (enter the alley from Prospect St. heading south or Jonathan St. heading north). Accessible parking is available here. Additional parking is available in the lot at Aspiring To Serve\, accessed from Franklin Street just after the church\, with a set of stairs in the rear which leads up to entrance of Reach. Enter through the main door facing the alley/lot and take the stairs or elevator one flight up to the 3rd floor. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2025-9-9/
LOCATION:Reach of Washington County\, 140 W. Franklin St.\, Suite 300\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T133000
DTSTAMP:20250520T210526Z
CREATED:20250520T205558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T210526Z
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SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  ENOUGH Initiative for Poverty Alleviation
DESCRIPTION:                 \nHARC is excited to present the Engaging Neighborhoods\, Organizations\, Unions\, Governments and Households (ENOUGH) initiative at our June meeting. This unique Maryland state grant-funded initiative is a collaborative effort to alleviate poverty for children and families in the south end of Hagerstown\, led by San Mar/Bester Community of Hope. Learn how this initiative aims to strategically address generational poverty and promote a legacy of economic mobility through critical support and resources in the following areas: \nHousing & Spaces\nMental Health & Substance Abuse\nPoverty & Concrete Resources\nChildcare & Workforce Development \nHARC is grateful to be a partner in this initiative alongside the Asian American Center of Frederick (AACF). Also learn about our role in co-managing two new Bilingual Community Workers in the “Bester” community. \nSpeakers include: \n\nJen Younker\, Director\, Bester Community of Hope\nElizabeth Chung\, Executive Director\, Asian American Center of Frederick (AACF)\nKathy Powderly\, Executive Director\, HARC\nJane Powell\, Bilingual Community Worker\, AACF/HARC\nJulien Patrick Tete Wabo\, Bilingual Community Worker\, AACF/HARC\n\nJoin us for lunch and fellowship along with the presentation. Thanks to Congregation B’nai Abraham for hosting and providing food (a free will offering basket will be out for donations toward the meal). RSVP requested by Friday\, June 6 at noon so we can get a count for lunch and other activities. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2025-6/
LOCATION:Congregation B’nai Abraham\, 53 E. Baltimore St.\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T133000
DTSTAMP:20250507T143659Z
CREATED:20250417T140551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T143659Z
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SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  Emily Keller\, Special Secretary of Overdose Response - Maryland
DESCRIPTION:At our May meeting\, we are excited to welcome Emily Keller as a special speaker!  Emily served as the first female Mayor of Hagerstown from 2020-2023 and was known for starting Washington Goes Purple\, a collaborative effort to build awareness and prevention of the opioid epidemic in our county. In February\, 2023\, Emily was appointed by Governor Wes Moore to be the first Special Secretary of Overdose Response for the State of Maryland.  She will share an update with us on the work of the Office of Overdose Response. \nPer the website\, “Maryland’s Office of Overdose Response promotes collaboration across all state and local agencies working to address substance use and overdose in the state. We coordinate the inter-agency process to identify the state’s strategic priorities for preventing overdoses\, and we work to promote the Governor’s policy agenda by focusing on programs and policies under five pillars: Prevention\, Harm Reduction\, Treatment\, Recovery\, and Public Safety.” \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship along with the presentation. Thanks to Otterbein UMC for hosting and providing food (a free will offering basket will be out for donations toward the meal). RSVP requested by Friday\, May 9 at noon so we can get a count for lunch and other activities.  We anticipate a larger attendance\, so your sign-up is especially appreciated. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2025-11-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Otterbein United Methodist Church\, 108 East Franklin Street\, Hagerstown\, Maryland\, 21740
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T133000
DTSTAMP:20250404T133618Z
CREATED:20250227T215825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T133618Z
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SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  How do Faith Leaders Deal with the Tensions of our Times?
DESCRIPTION:These are challenging times to navigate\, especially as faith leaders. If you feel like your congregation (or organization) is polarized\, with some members grieving the myriad of national (and local) changes and others happy about them\, with difficulty processing for all\, you’re not alone.  How do we deal with the tensions of our times\, remaining true to our purpose and scriptures\, while navigating what feels like a minefield?  Let’s discuss this and share ideas. We’ll first have a panel of faith leaders who will share what they are doing and their challenges\, then hold round-table discussions in small groups. \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship along with the discussion.  Thank you to Grace United Methodist Church for hosting and providing the meal. There will be a basket for free-will donations toward the meal. RSVP requested by Friday\, April 4 at noon so we can get a count for lunch and other activities. \nAmple parking is available in the lot across West Church St. from the church. Enter through the church door at street level directly facing the lot. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2025-11-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Grace United Methodist Church\, 712 West Church St.\, Hagerstown\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T133000
DTSTAMP:20250304T142852Z
CREATED:20250224T211737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T142852Z
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SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  Interfaith Roundtable Discussions
DESCRIPTION:At our March meeting\, our Interfaith Team will guide Interfaith Roundtable Discussions. This will be an opportunity to discuss philosophies/beliefs of various faith traditions and get to know one another better.  (This program was originally scheduled for February\, but was postponed for snow) \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship along with the discussion.  Thank you to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints for hosting and providing the meal. There will be a basket for free-will donations toward the meal. RSVP requested by Friday\, March 7 at noon so we can get a count for lunch and other activities. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2025-11-2-2/
LOCATION:The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints\, 1253 Mt Aetna Rd.\, Hagerstown\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T133000
DTSTAMP:20250121T211029Z
CREATED:20250117T202357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T211029Z
UID:9729-1739275200-1739280600@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  Interfaith Roundtable Discussions
DESCRIPTION:At HARC’s February meeting\, our Interfaith Team will guide Interfaith Roundtable Discussions. This will be an opportunity to discuss philosophies/beliefs of various faith traditions and get to know one another better. \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship along with the discussion.  Thank you to Unity of Hagerstown for hosting and providing the meal. There will be a basket for free-will donations toward the meal. RSVP requested by Friday\, February at noon so we can get a count for lunch and other activities. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2025-11-2/
LOCATION:Unity of Hagerstown\, 18313 Lappans Rd.\, Boonsboro\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T140000
DTSTAMP:20241219T190420Z
CREATED:20241219T185119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T190420Z
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SUMMARY:HARC Annual Meeting:  Living Out God's Love
DESCRIPTION:All members and affiliates are requested to attend our annual meeting! Representatives of other houses of worship and community members are welcome as well. \nWe’ll conduct some business – voting on the 2025 budget and electing new board members and officers – and we’ll spend a little time reviewing our strategic plan and gathering input from YOU.  We will focus on ways we are living out God’s love and seek guidance on how we can continue to live out God’s love in our work together in the coming year. \nJoin us also in thanking outgoing President Rev. Chris Serufusa and Secretary Kelly Conrad\, who have helped to shape this work\, and welcoming our incoming President Rabbi Mark Perman\, Vice President Rev. Les McIntosh\, and Secretary Charlotte Trout.  And we’ll thank Mike Johnston for the blessing of God’s Grace Fund’s generosity in 2024 and commitment for 2025. \nThank you to Saint Ann Catholic Church for hosting and providing the meal.  RSVP requested by Friday\, January 10 at noon so we can get a count for lunch and other activities. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2024-14/
LOCATION:St. Ann Catholic Church\, 1525 Oak Hill Ave\,\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21742\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T133000
DTSTAMP:20241121T150222Z
CREATED:20241119T192026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T150222Z
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SUMMARY:HARC Meeting: Fellowship & Sharing
DESCRIPTION:In December\, HARC members and friends are invited to share what’s going on in our lives and/or congregations/organizations. We will also have an opportunity to explore the new campus and worship space of Impact Ministries as they prepare for growth and expanded community outreach. \nJoin us for lunch\, fellowship\, sharing. Impact Ministries will provide the lunch with a free-will offering basket.  RSVP is requested by Friday\, December 6 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening or weekend meeting.  The meeting location typically rotates among different houses of faith or affiliate organizations\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2024-12/
LOCATION:Impact Ministries\, 19763 Longmeadow Road\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21742
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T133000
DTSTAMP:20241015T204340Z
CREATED:20241010T144757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T204340Z
UID:9353-1731412800-1731418200@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting: Lighthouse After-School Program
DESCRIPTION:This month’s program is the HARC Lighthouse After-School Program\, developed to serve a growing need for fun educational and enrichment opportunities for children after the school day ends. Lighthouse is a collaboration of several HARC member houses of worship (more are wanted!) and Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) that kicked off in September 2024.  Meet our new Program Coordinator\, Angela Yamashita; hear from Kim Duncan\, WCPS Community Schools Coordinator; and learn from Lighthouse Steering Team Leader Rev. Scott Winnette ways that you and/or your congregation can help with this important program. \nJoin us for lunch\, fellowship\, and the program. Zion United Church of Christ will host our meeting and provide the lunch with a free-will offering basket. \nParking is available in the lot to the north (right side) of the church; enter via the driveway on the other side of the parsonage. Some street parking is also available. The building is accessible. \nRSVP requested by Friday\, November 8 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening or weekend meeting.  The meeting location typically rotates among different houses of faith or affiliate organizations\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2024-9-10-2-2/
LOCATION:Zion Reformed UCC\, 201 N. Potomac St\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T133000
DTSTAMP:20240919T210308Z
CREATED:20240913T141813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T210308Z
UID:9221-1728388800-1728394200@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting: Dementia Friendly Washington County
DESCRIPTION:Dementia in its many forms effects more than 3000 people in Washington County\, along with their caregivers.  Learning more about prevention\, diagnosis\, and treatment can help\, as well as having access to support.  At our October 8th meeting\, we will hear from representatives of Dementia Friendly Washington County (DFWC) about their efforts to make Washington County a dementia friendly place to thrive.  DFWC offers educational trainings\, access to resources\, a Memory Café\, and more.  DFWC is a dedicated group of local individuals and organizations raising awareness\, decreasing stigma\, and increasing public understanding.  We will hear from a couple about their Alzheimer’s journey as well.  DFWC operates under Dementia Friendly America and the Alzheimer’s Association of Maryland. \nJoin us for lunch\, fellowship\, and this unique program. Otterbein United Methodist Church will host our meeting and provide the lunch with a free-will offering basket. Ample parking is available and the building is accessible. \nRSVP requested by Friday\, October 4 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening or weekend meeting.  The meeting location typically rotates among different houses of faith or affiliate organizations\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2024-9-10-2/
LOCATION:Otterbein United Methodist Church\, 108 East Franklin Street\, Hagerstown\, Maryland\, 21740
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T133000
DTSTAMP:20240827T132528Z
CREATED:20240812T204851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T132528Z
UID:9118-1725969600-1725975000@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting: The Refugee Welcome Network
DESCRIPTION:After summer hiatus\, HARC members and friends will meet on September 10 and learn about the Refugee Welcome Network.  RWN seeks to connect refugees newly arrived in the U.S. and Washington County to community resources\, including housing\, household goods\, English lessons\, jobs\, food and clothing\, and more\, and support them with friendship and community as they settle in their new home.  The RWN operates under the auspices of HARC and is almost all volunteer-led. \nJoin us for lunch\, fellowship\, and this unique program. First Christian Church will host our meeting and provide the lunch with a free-will offering basket. Ample parking is available and the building is accessible. \nRSVP requested by Friday\, September 6 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening or weekend meeting.  The meeting location typically rotates among different houses of faith or affiliate organizations\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2024-9-10/
LOCATION:First Christian Church\, 1345 Potomac Ave.\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21742\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T133000
DTSTAMP:20240514T144122Z
CREATED:20240429T190453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T144122Z
UID:8733-1718107200-1718112600@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting: The Thomas Kennedy Center\, Religious Freedom and Inclusiveness
DESCRIPTION:Tom Riford will speak with us at our June meeting about the Thomas Kennedy Center.  The Thomas Kennedy Center is dedicated to celebrating Hagerstown-Washington County’s state legislator Thomas Kennedy’s tireless efforts of advancing religious liberty and inclusiveness in 19th Century Maryland; and teaching how his legacy applies today\, regardless of differences that might exist among us in race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, color\, orientation\, and gender. \nJoin us for lunch\, fellowship\, and program. Congregation B’Nai Abraham will host our meeting and provide the lunch with a free-will offering basket. Parking is available on the street on in the Library parking lot. Handicap parking is available on the right side of the synagogue.  Enter the fellowship room from the back right of the building. \nRSVP requested by Friday\, June 7 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening or weekend meeting.  The meeting location typically rotates among different houses of faith or affiliate organizations\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2024-5-2/
LOCATION:Congregation B’nai Abraham\, 53 E. Baltimore St.\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T133000
DTSTAMP:20240429T190810Z
CREATED:20240209T172448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T190810Z
UID:8376-1715688000-1715693400@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting: Equity\, Diversity\, Recruitment and Talent Development in our Schools
DESCRIPTION:HARC’s Racial Justice Team has planned our May HARC Meeting\, with a few updates on the Team’s work and a special guest speaker from Washington County Public Schools (WCPS). Allison Smith\, Supervisor of Equity and Excellence will share the work WCPS is doing to increase diversity and equity in our schools and to recruit and develop staff. \nJoin us for lunch\, fellowship\, and program. Zion Baptist church is hosting and providing lunch for the meeting\, with a free-will offering basket. Parking is available in the large lot behind the church (entrance from Jonathan Street) or the small lot across the street from the front of the church (entrance from Bethel St.). Handicap parking is in the small lot on Bethel Street\, so please leave spaces available for those who need them. \nRSVP requested by Friday\, May 10 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The meeting location typically rotates among different houses of faith or affiliate organizations\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2024-5/
LOCATION:Zion Baptist Church\, 61 Bethel St\, Hagerstown\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T140000
DTSTAMP:20240226T150442Z
CREATED:20240209T170718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T150442Z
UID:8373-1712664000-1712671200@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting: Brook Lane "Hope\, Healing\, Recovery"
DESCRIPTION:  \nWe look forward to Brook Lane hosting and offering the program for our April meeting in honor of their 75th anniversary year! \nBrook Lane\, founded by the Mennonite Church\, is western Maryland’s largest\, non-profit mental health system. The main campus in Hagerstown\, MD is home to the second largest freestanding psychiatric hospital in Maryland\, serving children\, adolescents\, and adults. Brook Lane provides a residential program for children and adolescents\, partial hospitalization services for both adults and children and operates Title 1 special education schools in Washington County and Frederick County. Brook Lane’s three outpatient locations in Hagerstown\, Frederick and Cumberland offer psychiatry services and therapy for various ages. The InSTEP program provides outpatient and intensive outpatient treatment options for individuals with substance use treatment needs. \nJoin us for lunch\, fellowship\, and this opportunity to learn more about Brook Lane.  RSVP requested by Friday\, April 5 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  The meeting location typically rotates among different houses of faith or affiliate organizations\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2024-4/
LOCATION:Brook Lane Main Campus\, 13121 Brook Lane\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21742\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T133000
DTSTAMP:20240222T144031Z
CREATED:20240209T165010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T144031Z
UID:8371-1710244800-1710250200@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting: Networking and Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:We spend most of our monthly HARC meetings learning about important programs and initiatives in our community and finding ways the faith community can “plug in” to help\, or take information back to our houses of faith and organizations. As valuable as these programs are\, they usually leave little time for us to really get to know one another and connect on a deeper level. \nSo for our March meeting\, we decided it was time to simply share a meal together\, and enjoy fellowship among faith leaders\, affiliate leaders\, and others in our network. We hope you’ll join us to catch up with old friends and make new ones! \nJoin us for lunch\, fellowship\, and sharing of our host’s faith tradition. Thank you to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church for hosting and providing our meal.  Contributions toward the meal can be made via a free-will offering basket.   RSVP requested by Friday\, March 8 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  When meeting in-person\, the location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2024-3/
LOCATION:St. Mark’s Lutheran Church\, 601 Washington Ave.\, Hagerstown\, Maryland
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T133000
DTSTAMP:20240209T172625Z
CREATED:20231110T150827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T172625Z
UID:7923-1707825600-1707831000@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness
DESCRIPTION:In February\, we will hear from Brianne Tesla Bearese\, MA\, LCPC\, CPLC\, Founder and Director of Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness of Washington County\, MD.  Pregnancy and infant loss affect many families in our community in ways we may not be aware of.  Join us to learn about the support and resources in our area for this time of great loss so that families may face the anguish knowing that help and connection are available. \nJoin us for lunch\, fellowship\, and sharing of our host’s faith tradition.  Thanks to First Christian Church for hosting and providing the meal.  Contributions toward the meal can be made via a free-will offering basket.   RSVP requested by Friday\, February 9 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  When meeting in-person\, the location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2023-9-2-3-2/
LOCATION:First Christian Church\, 1345 Potomac Ave.\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21742\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T140000
DTSTAMP:20231220T174232Z
CREATED:20231220T172007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T174232Z
UID:8085-1706011200-1706018400@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All members and affiliates are encouraged to attend our annual meeting!  This is both a business meeting and a program. Here’s the line up: \n\n\n\n\n\n* The Faces of HARC:  a brief look at what we accomplished in 2023\, who “we” are\, and where we are going in 2024\n\n\n\n\n\n* Speaker:  Dr. David T. Sovine\, Superintendent\, Washington County Public Schools\n* Lunch and fellowship\n* Voting on the 2024 budget\n* Election of new board members and officers\, and a small change to our bylaws \nThank you to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints for hosting and providing the meal. Contributions toward the meal can be made via a free-will offering basket.  Join us for lunch and fellowship\, sharing of our host’s faith tradition\, followed by the program. RSVP requested by Friday\, January 19 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \nParking:  We recommend parking in the lot to the left of the church.  Enter through the door facing the back of the parking lot. \n 
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2024-01-23/
LOCATION:The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints\, 1253 Mt Aetna Rd.\, Hagerstown\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T133000
DTSTAMP:20231110T174648Z
CREATED:20231110T143513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T174648Z
UID:7917-1702382400-1702387800@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting: Becoming a Healing Community with San Mar Family and Community Services
DESCRIPTION:At our December meeting\, we will explore what it means to be a “healing community” with San Mar Family and Community Services.  Guest speakers from San Mar will be Jerica Washington\, LCSW-C\, Deputy Executive Director and Director of the Jack E. Barr Center for Well-Being; and Jennifer Lewis\, LCSW-C\, Director – Treatment Foster Care. \nSan Mar Family and Community Services\, formerly San Mar Children’s Home\, operated as an orphanage then a group home for girls for many years. Following a multi-year transition process 2013-2016\, all residential programs and the San Mar School closed when the organization’s mission statement changed to “Cultivating hope and well-being in children\, families and communities.” The organization committed to becoming child centered\, family focused and community engaged and focused on upstream efforts. Their work through Bester Community of Hope\, the Jack E. Barr Center for Well-Being\, Treatment Foster Care\, and their collaborations with many other organizations all based in trauma informed practices has led Washington County in becoming a healing community. \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship.  Beaver Creek Church of the Brethren will provide the meal and share about their faith tradition.  Contributions toward the meal can be made via a free-will offering basket.  RSVP requested by Friday\, December 8 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  When meeting in-person\, the location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2023-12-12/
LOCATION:Beaver Creek Church of the Brethren\, 20402 Beaver Creek Rd\, Hagerstown\, Maryland\, 21740
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T193000
DTSTAMP:20231024T140142Z
CREATED:20230919T222342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T140142Z
UID:7650-1699205400-1699212600@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:Islamic Society Hosts Interfaith Panel Discussion (HARC meeting/program)
DESCRIPTION:A panel of interfaith leaders will discuss the biggest challenges to religion in our society today. Please note this program is at a different day and time to allow for those who cannot normally make our Tuesday meetings to attend. \nJoin us for dinner and fellowship.  Thanks to the Islamic Society of Western Maryland for hosting and providing the meal.   RSVP requested by Friday\, November 3 at 10:00 am so we can get a count for seating and the meal. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening or weekend meeting.  When meeting in-person\, the location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2023-9-2-2/
LOCATION:Islamic Society of Western Maryland\, 2036 Day Road\, Hagerstown\, Maryland\, 21740
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T133000
DTSTAMP:20231003T191644Z
CREATED:20230908T185735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T191644Z
UID:7585-1696939200-1696944600@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  Mental health challenges\, programs and resources in Washington County
DESCRIPTION:At our October HARC meeting\, we will address the issue of rising mental health challenges\, what programs and resources are available in Washington County to help\, and how the faith community can play a role.  Guest speakers will be Victoria Sterling\, LCSW-C\, Director of Behavioral Health Services for the Washington County Health Department and Carrie Tressler\, LCSW-C\, Executive Director of the Washington County Mental Health Authority. \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship.  Thanks to Reach of Washington County for hosting and providing the meal.  Contributions toward the meal can be made via a free-will offering basket.  RSVP requested by Friday\, October 6 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \nDirections to Reach can be found here.  Attendees can park in any parking spot on Reach’s level. Additional parking can be found on the other two sides of the building at Christ’s Reformed Church or the Aspiring to Serve side\, accessed from 130 and 140 W. Franklin St. Any spots at Christ’s Reformed are open (walk to the back of the building to Reach via the alley)\, or any undesignated parking spots in the lot just past the church at the attached Aspiring to Serve building (walk up a flight of stairs to Reach). \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  When meeting in-person\, the location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2023-9-2/
LOCATION:Reach of Washington County\, 140 W. Franklin St.\, Suite 300\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T133000
DTSTAMP:20230823T194743Z
CREATED:20230822T213036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T194743Z
UID:7479-1694520000-1694525400@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  Chief Kifer\, Hagerstown Police Dept.
DESCRIPTION:After summer hiatus\, HARC meetings resume with a September kick-off.  We welcome Chief Paul Kifer of the Hagerstown Police Department to speak with us about new programs and updates\, discuss challenges in the city of Hagerstown and answer questions.  We also look forward to learning about our host church and hearing a song from students of the Highland View Academy. \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship\, sharing of our host’s faith tradition\, followed by the program.  Thank you to Highland View Church for hosting the meeting and our meal. Contributions toward the meal can be made via a free-will offering basket.  RSVP requested by Friday\, September 8 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \nParking is ample at the church.  Entrance is from the main door or side door; there are no steps with the side door entrance. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  When meeting in-person\, the location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2023-9/
LOCATION:Highland View Church\, 21600 Academy Terrace\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21742
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T133000
DTSTAMP:20230525T201644Z
CREATED:20230428T142757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T201644Z
UID:6965-1686657600-1686663000@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  Migration Then and Now in the Jewish and Islamic Faiths
DESCRIPTION:Our June meeting will focus on migration\, past and present. We welcome Basheer Azizi\, President of the Islamic Center of Hagerstown\, to talk about the history and present reality of migration among people of Islamic faith and Rabbi Mark Perman of Congregation B’Nai Abraham to share the history and present reality of migration among Jewish people. With many immigrants seeking refuge in our country and right here in Washington County\, we’ll look at this topic through a faith lens and learn about current challenges leading to immigration\, and found within our immigration system. \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship\, followed by the program.  Lunch will be provided by our host\, Reach of Washington County\, with a free-will offering basket.  RSVP requested by Friday\, June 9 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \nDirections to Reach can be found here.  Attendees can park in any parking spot on Reach’s level.  Additional parking can be found on the other two sides of the building at Christ’s Reformed Church or the Aspiring to Serve side\, both accessed from 130/140 W. Franklin St. Any spots at Christ’s Reformed are open (walk to the back of the building to Reach from the alley)\, or any non-PSI parking spots in the lot just past the church at the Aspiring to Serve building attached (walk up a flight of stairs to Reach).\n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  When meeting in-person\, the location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2023-05-09-2/
LOCATION:Reach of Washington County\, 140 W. Franklin St.\, Suite 300\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T133000
DTSTAMP:20230502T203724Z
CREATED:20230411T181902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T203724Z
UID:6859-1683633600-1683639000@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  The Rise in Antisemitism
DESCRIPTION:2021 set a new high for antisemitic incidents\, with the coronavirus pandemic fueling a worldwide rise in antisemitism\, according to a report of the U.S.-based Anti-Defamation League.  While these incidents decreased in 2022 in other countries\, the ADL found that the number of antisemitic incidents in the U.S. increased by more than 35 percent in the past year\, from 2\,721 in 2021 to 3\,697 in 2022. \nIn light of this data and a concern for our Jewish brothers and sisters\, HARC will welcome a guest speaker (via Zoom) from the Anti-Defamation League for our May program to talk about the rise in antisemitism and antisemitic hate crimes\, what’s causing it\, and what people of faith can do to prevent antisemitism and other forms of hate based on faith. We will also have a time of lament and showing of solidarity with our Jewish friends in Washington County. \nWe suspect that hate crimes have increased for other groups as well\, so while this program is specifically focused on antisemitism\, we hope the information learned will be applicable to other incidences of hate in our community and country. \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship\, followed by the program.  Lunch will be provided by our host\, Congregation B’Nai Abraham with a free-will offering basket.  RSVP requested by Friday\, May 5 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \nParking can be found on Baltimore Street or in the Library parking lot.  A few handicap accessible spaces are available in the small lot next to the synagogue.  Entrance is from the back of the parking lot\, through the gate\, and into the fellowship room at the back of the synagogue. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  When meeting in-person\, the location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2023-05-09/
LOCATION:Congregation B’nai Abraham\, 53 E. Baltimore St.\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T133000
DTSTAMP:20230413T165353Z
CREATED:20230331T133008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T165353Z
UID:6809-1681819200-1681824600@harc.datachievereview.xyz
SUMMARY:HARC Meeting:  Black-Owned Businesses in Washington County
DESCRIPTION:The April HARC meeting will be led by the new Washington County Black Professionals Network and will feature a panel of local Black business owners.  These entrepreneurs will share their joys and challenges\, what they have to offer the community\, and how the faith community can help them succeed. \nJoin us for lunch and fellowship\, sharing of our host’s faith tradition\, followed by the program.  Thank you to Grace United Methodist Church for hosting the meeting and our meal. Contributions toward the meal can be made via a free-will offering basket.  RSVP requested by Friday\, April 14 at noon so we can get a count for lunch. \nParking is available in a large lot on Church Street directly across from the church as well as street parking. Look for signs for the entrance from Church St. The church is handicap accessible. \n \n————————————————————————– \nHARC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for lunch\, except July and August\, with an occasional evening meeting.  When meeting in-person\, the location typically rotates among different houses of faith\, giving different congregations and organizations an opportunity to host.  Some meetings will be recorded for later viewing\, as we are able and the subject allows.
URL:https://harc.datachievereview.xyz/event/harc-meeting-2022-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Grace United Methodist Church\, 712 West Church St.\, Hagerstown\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:HARC meetings
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