Prescott Community Center

The International Institute of New England (IINE) has been helping refugees and immigrants for over 100 years. Under the current administration's policies, this group and their access to essential services are heavily limited. Hear from IINE President and CEO about how changes in federal policy and funding are affecting immigrant communities, what IINE is doing about it, and how you can help. The Groton-area-based Neighbor-to-Neighbor project collaborates with IINE to offer vital services for recent immigrants and refugees, including English language classes, food distribution, and mentorship. They aim to motivate people to get involved and help others. The Prescott Community Center, Groton Neighbors, Groton Public Library, Groton Center, and First Parish Church of Groton cosponsor this program.

Have you dreamed of an adventure, maybe just outside your comfort zone, but didn’t know how to begin? Do you enjoy learning how “normal” people do extraordinary things and what insights they learn on their journeys? Come hear author, professor, and adventurer James Nehring explain how everyone, regardless of age or ability, can experience the thrills and personal empowerment of a challenge met. Learn how you can create and complete your dream adventure on your own terms! Jim will share exciting stories from his journeys—cross-country cycling, coastal rowing, and long-distance trekking—along with photos and dramatic excerpts from his new book, Everest and the Rest of Us: Four Journeys in Search of Adventure. This program is interactive, so feel free to share your own adventure stories or dreams—and if you’d prefer to simply listen, you’re warmly welcome to do that too. James will also have books available for purchase and signing at the end of the program. **All proceeds benefit the Prescott Community Center.**