Roots, Rock, Run Community 5K Race Training
2017-03-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2017-03-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2017-04-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2017-04-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2017-04-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2017-04-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2017-04-29 10:00 - 12:00, 2017-05-06 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) and 3 more dates | Waterview Recreation Center, 5826 McMahon Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19144, United States
Come one, come all! Let’s reclaim our health and our communities.
Join GrassROOTS Community Foundation’s public health initiative. Our free 10-week race training program begins Saturday, March 4 at 10am. Waterview Recreation Center 5826 McMahon St., Philadelphia, PA 19144.
Run with us as a part of our public health and social action program. Coach Dawn Roberts and our team of volunteers will lead us on a fun wellness journey.
No registration required. Walk. Run. Dance. Let’s Move Together.

Day of Service
2017-05-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Waterview Recreation Center, 5826 McMahon Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19144, United States
We are greater together. On May 20th join us in Philly as we beautify the neighborhood that gives so much to us. We will celebrate a great community and honor their contributions to improving our lives. Waterview Recreation Center has been serving the community since 1912. Grab your gloves, broom, children and friends and help us give back. Day of service begins at 10:00am with a short community fun run. Music by DJ Scotty Nevers and plenty of snacks for all. #rootsrockrun5k

2017 R3: Roots, Rock, Run
2017-06-03 09:00 - 12:00 | Anna Lane Lingelbach Elementary School, 6340 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19144, United States
WHAT?

R3: Roots, Rock, Run 5k is GrassROOTS Community Foundation’s public health initiative to promote community wellness. Together we are reclaiming our health and our communities. R3 brings people together to run, walk, dance and move together. It’s a celebration!! Proceeds from the 5k race goes to fund to our out-of-school time wellness and leadership programs in Philadelphia.

WHERE?
Anna L. Lingelbach School
6340 Wayne Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19144
MAP

WHEN?
Saturday
June 3, 2017
9:30AM-12PMRegistration: 8AM-9AM
Warm-up:9AM-9:30AM

COST

Early registration ends 4/4/17: $25

2nd registration ends 5/4/17: $30
3rd registration end 6/2/17: $35
Day of event registration: $40

TRAINING
Our free 10-week race training program begins Saturday, March 4 at 10am. No registration required. #LetsMoveIt #R3Philly
DETAILS
REGISTER
Register today for the 2017 R3: Roots, Rock, Run Community 5K Walk/Run!
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DONATE
Help us to increase our impact by making a donation today!
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VOLUNTEERS
Are you interested in volunteering for the 5K? Sign-up today!
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VENDOR REGISTRATION
Are you interested in vending at the event? Apply today!
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FULL DETAILS
Get more details on #R3Philly.
DETAILS
Funding support: Councilwoman Cindy Bass
Partners: Black Girls Run, The Office of State Representative Stephen Kinsey & Skai Blue Media.

Black Girl Book Club at the YMCA in Newark
2017-07-12 15:15 - 16:00 | YMCA Newwark, 600 Broad Street, Newark, NJ, 07102, United States
GrassROOTS Community Foundation SuperCamp NJ in conjunction with Marley Dias’ #1000blackgirlbooks campaign present

Black Girl Book Club at the YMCA in Newark

Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Wednesday, August 2, 2017

Join us for reading and conversation.
Bring a book where the black girl is the main character. We will talk about the book and discuss common themes.

3:15 pm-4:00 pm

YMCA Newark
600 Broad Street
Newark, NJ 07102

Free & open to youth K-8th grade
#1000blackgirlbooks
#blackgirlbookclub
#blackgirlexcellence

More information: info@grassrootscommunityfoundation.org

Black Girl Book Club at the YMCA in Newark
2017-07-19 15:15 - 16:00 | YMCA Newwark, 600 Broad Street, Newark, NJ, 07102, United States
GrassROOTS Community Foundation SuperCamp NJ in conjunction with Marley Dias’ #1000blackgirlbooks campaign present

Black Girl Book Club at the YMCA in Newark

Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Wednesday, July 19, 2017
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Wednesday, August 2, 2017

Join us for reading and conversation.
Open to kids K thru 8. Bring a book where the black girl is the main character. We will talk about the book and discuss common themes.

3:15 pm-4:00 pm

YMCA Newark
600 Broad Street
Newark, NJ 07102

Free & open to youth K-8th grade
#1000blackgirlbooks
#blackgirlbookclub
#blackgirlexcellence

More information: info@grassrootscommunityfoundation.org

Black Girl Book Club at the YMCA in Newark
2017-07-26 03:15 - 16:00 | Florida

Black Girl Book Club at the YMCA in Newark
2017-08-02 15:15 - 16:00 | Florida

Books on the Beach
2017-08-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Inkwell Beach, Seaview Ave., Oak Bluffs, MA, 02557, United States
Books on the Beach
Free community event
Family- friendly
Come grab and book and read with Marley Dias, author and founder of #1000BlackGirlBooks
Inkwell Beach
Oak Bluffs, Martha’s Vineyard
August 15th
10-12pm

Roots Rock Run 5k Newark
2017-09-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Weequahic Park Track, 1 Thomas Carmichael Dr, Newark, NJ, 07114, United States
5K community walk/run and 1 mile walk to support GrassROOTS Community Foundation (GCF) wellness and public health initiatives in New Jersey.
Led by Olympic runner Miki Barber, Director of Bloomfield Track and Field Programs, Coach Lisa Morgan, and Dupre “DoItAll” Kelly of 211 Community Impact and Lords of the Underground.
September 30th. Beautiful Weequahic Park Track, 1 Thomas Carmichael Dr., Newark, NJ
Registration opens at 8:00am, Come early!! It’s a party. Take selfies!
Jam to some live reggae by Jah People!!

Participate in SuperGirl Huntar’s #Food4Life Summit—a social action project powered by GCF and Disney Summer of Service.

You will be able to compete for prizes

Family Food: You and your crew compete to test your healthy food knowledge;
Food Scavenger hunt: Can you find all the ingredients of a healthy meal on your run;
In and Out: Guess how long you would have to move to burn off what you eat.

Sign up for the Old School vs. New School Dance Contest
Purchase jewelry and other health items from vendors
Take photos with some of your favorite hip-hop artists

Free registration to all #R3Newark participants

Register for the race: https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Newark/RootsRockRun5KNewark

$10 Until 7/9
$15 until 9/20
$25 until 9/29
$30 on race day

Amenities: T-shirts available for registrants; water and refreshments, prizes too.

Timed raced; Race Results: the Bryn Mawr Racing Co. will professionally time the race. Results will be found on our website and at brynmawrracing.com
Medals awardedby age group x gender

Funding support: Rutgers-Newark Center on Youth Violence and Juvenile Justice
Partnering Agencies: City of Newark, 211 Community Impact, Skai Blue Media, RWJBarnabas, and YMCA Newark.

Questions: Contact: David Coughlin, dcoughlin@grassrootscommunityfoundation.org, 215-917-5025
More info, click here

Food4Life Summit
2017-09-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Weequahic Park, Elizabeth Ave & Meeker Ave., Newark, NJ, 07114, United States
On September 30th, SuperGirl Huntar launches her social action project titled Food4Life Summit. This food justice event aims to educate youth 10-15 years old on the importance of making healthy food choices even in difficult situations.

Open to all, this family-friendly summit offers a chance to learn the truth about the foods we eat.

Supported by Disney Summer of Service, the summit takes place in coordination with GrassROOTS Community Foundation’s public health initiative #rootsrockrun5k-https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Newark/RootsRockRun5KNewark

Participants will compete for prizes in several games.

Family Food: You and your crew compete to test your healthy food knowledge;
Make your plate: Can you find all the ingredients of a healthy meal on your run?
In and Out: Guess how long you would have to move to burn off what you eat.

If you are interested in vending or volunteering, please contact Tony Hayes at 201-491-1741 or via email at tonyhayes@blazinfitness.com
Follow and like @food4life
#Food4Life #eatgoodlivewell

2017 GIRLS SUMMIT
2017-11-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Robert Treat Hotel, 50 Park Pl, Newark, NJ, 07102, United States
Before the Give Thanks for Girls Benefit Gala join Black Girl Excellence Award Honorees Marsai Martin, Haile Thomas, and Mikaila Ulmer and their parents for an intimate conversation with girls about how to unlock and support girls’ passions to help them achieve success.
Girls plenary moderated by Marley Dias, author and founder of #1000BlackGirlBooks
Caregivers plenary moderated by Icema Gibbs, Director of Corporate Social Responsibility, JetBlue
Participants will be able to ask to questions of the national honorees and their parents to get the answers they need to help them achieve their individual goals.
An adult caregiver must accompany each girl. This person does not have to be a bio-parent. Each girl, however, should bring a caring adult who is invested in her personal well-being and success.
We look forward to helping you get the information you need to unlook your passions and achieve success. Register

Give Thanks For Girls Gala
2017-11-18 19:00 - 23:00 | Robert Treat Hotel, 50 Park Pl, Newark, NJ, 07102, United States
The purpose of the Give Thanks for Girls Benefit Gala honors black girls who have demonstrated through their actions in the community high levels of integrity, academic excellence and ingenuity.

Proceeds from the event goes to supporting the GrassROOTS Community Foundation efforts in developing girl changemakers.

This year’s national honorees are: Marsai Martin of ABC’s Black-ish;, Haile Thomas, The Happy Organization and Mikaila Ulmer, Me and The Bees Lemonade.

The 2017 GIVE THANKS for Girls Benefit Gala is being held at the historic Robert Treat Hotel in Newark, New Jersey. All guests will be provided with complimentary valet and coat check service upon arrival.

7:00-8:30pm – MYX & Mingle VIP Cocktail Reception
Host: Mona Scott-Young, CEO of Monami Entertainment
The reception provides a perfect networking opportunity to mix and mingle with entertainment industry professionals, government officials, GCF supporters and other influencers. Confirmed guests include Mayor Ras J. Baraka of Newark and Michellene Davis, Vice President of Executive Vice President and Chief Corporate Affairs Officer RWJBarnabas.

Cocktails courtesy of MYX fusions Moscato & Sangria. Live jazz by the Enoch Smith Jr. Band.

9:00-11:00pm – Dinner and Award Presentation Ceremony
During your 4-course seated dinner and cocktails, guests will enjoy the beautiful sounds of by the Enoch Smith Jr. Band as well as an African drum and dance performance and presentation by our GrassROOTS SuperGirls. Following the award presentations, DJ Scotty Nevers will keep us on the dance floor all night.

CORPORATE AND INDIVIDUAL SPONSORSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE: Contact Lisa Rediker at Skai Blue Media, lisa@skaibluemedia.com

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Turkey GiveAway
2017-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Georgia King Village, 250 Georgia King Village, Newark, NJ, 07107, United States
Proceeds from the Turkey competition and gala allow us to provide a turkey along with organic fruits and vegetables for families during the holiday. Each year we make it our goal to provide a complete and healthy meal for all those who sign up that they are in need of support. While Georgia King Village has and remains a core priority, GrassROOTS also serves other institutions that reach out to us for support. In the past we have provided to community groups in East Orange and Orange.
INDIVIDUALS CAN VOLUNTEER RESOURCES AND TIME TO THE TURKEY GIVEAWAY – CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER OR GIVE

Senior Dinner
2017-11-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Georgia King Village, 250 Georgia King Village, Newark, NJ, 07107, United States
On November 21st, GrassROOTS will host a dinner for elders living at Georgia King Village a housing development in the West Ward of Newark. We will provide a 4-course seated meal, music and entertainment by the SuperGirls.
INDIVIDUALS CAN VOLUNTEER TO HELP SERVE ELDERS – CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER

SuperGirls Society (SGS) monthly leadership meeting
2018-02-10 11:00 - 14:00, 2018-03-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Florida
SuperGirls Society (SGS) monthly leadership meeting. Led by SGS President Marley Dias, Vice President Tori Fergus and Secretary Amina Anekwe
Available for viewing on GCF YouTube.
SGS is GrassROOTS Community Foundation leadership development program for black girls.
Girls discuss current topics, review books, learn leadership skills including public speaking and parliamentary procedures.
Any questions can be directed to SGS Director, Sherille Raymond, sraymond@grassrootscommunityfoundation.org

CLICK HERE FOR THE YOUTUBE PAGE

Dr. Janice Johnson Dias Speaking at Health Justice Summit
2018-03-17 08:30 - 13:00 | Howard Gittis Student Center at Temple University, 1755 North 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19122, United States
Join GrassROOTS President, Dr. Janice Johnson Dias in Philadelphia and New Jersey for conversations of health equity and undoing racism.

Philadelphia, PA : March 17th
The Health Justice Summit will bring together community advocates, organizations, faith leaders and professionals in the fields of health, nutrition & fitness, to address some of the issues of systemic injustice that negatively impact the health of our communities.

Montclair, New Jersey: March 18th
Dr. Johnson Dias will present on how institutional racism and economic inequality create and sustain unhealthy and unsafe environments. Dr. Johnson Dias and Ms. Brabson will weave music into messages about what individuals can do to collaborate and disrupt these systems and lessen the effects of violence on women and girls.

Tickets are available and these events are open to the public.

Register for March 17th event

Dr. Janice Johnson Dias Speaks
2018-03-18 12:30 - 14:30 | Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Montclair, 67 Church Street, Montclair, 07042, United States
Join GrassROOTS President, Dr. Janice Johnson Dias in Philadelphia and New Jersey for conversations of health equity and undoing racism.

Philadelphia, PA : March 17th
The Health Justice Summit will bring together community advocates, organizations, faith leaders and professionals in the fields of health, nutrition & fitness, to address some of the issues of systemic injustice that negatively impact the health of our communities.

Montclair, New Jersey: March 18th
Dr. Johnson Dias will present on how institutional racism and economic inequality create and sustain unhealthy and unsafe environments. Dr. Johnson Dias and Ms. Brabson will weave music into messages about what individuals can do to collaborate and disrupt these systems and lessen the effects of violence on women and girls.

Tickets are available and these events are open to the public.

Register for March 18th event

Roots, Rock, Run 5k Philly Training
2018-03-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Anna Lane Lingelbach Elementary School, 6340 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19144, United States
Roots, Rock, Run 5k Philly training with Leslie Marant
Join us on March 24th at the Anna L. Lingelbach School, Germantown, PA
R3 is a 10-week race training program that prepares community members to complete a 5k race. The #RootsRockRun5k race takes place on June 2nd at Anna L. Lingelbach School

Training Start time: 10:00am
Training End time: 11:00am

Training program is from March 24th-May 25th

Cost: Free and open to the public

No RSVP necessary.
Show up with sneakers and water and be ready to have fun.

Running led by Coach Leslie Marant
Questions: info@grassrootscommunityfoundation.org or 862.520.3756
Participate for 4 consecutive weeks and win a prize

Open House for SuperCamp Philly
2018-03-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Anna Lane Lingelbach Elementary School, 6340 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19144, United States
SuperCamp Philly Open House will be held after the Roots, Rock, Run training.
Meet Marley Dias and other SuperGirls and learn more about our black girls leadership training program
On spot interviewing available.
To be held in the Auditorium of Anna Lane Lingelbach Elementary School

SuperCamp will be held from July 9th thru August 3rd. Final performance on August 4th.
