Upcoming events.

Love Your Crown
Oct
26

Love Your Crown

Love Your Crown!

Join us for an empowering event in partnership with Lancaster Public Library and YWCA Lancaster's Center for Racial & Gender Equity! We'll be celebrating the beauty of natural hair with a storytime, followed by a professional stylist sharing expert tips for caring for and embracing your natural crown!

This event also highlights the importance of the proposed CROWN Act in Pennsylvania—a crucial step toward ending hair discrimination. Let’s learn, share, and uplift our community as we work toward equality and self-love.

Date: Saturday, October 26th

Location: Lancaster Public Library, 151 N. Queen Street, Lancaster, PA

Time: 1pm – 2pm

Age Group: Toddlers, Children

This event is free and open to the public. Bring your friends, family, and your beautiful crowns!

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Nov
12

Racial Equity Institute

Racial Equity Institute (3-Part Series)

Dates:

  • Session 1: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

  • Session 2: Tuesday, November 19, 2024

  • Session 3: Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: YWCA Lancaster, [Insert Address]

Description:
Join us for YWCA Lancaster’s Racial Equity Institute, a 3-part series designed to help participants understand the deep-rooted impacts of structural racism and how to work toward meaningful change. Through interactive learning and dialogue, this institute will provide the tools and knowledge to challenge racial inequities and foster a more just and inclusive community.

Registration is required and space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

Price: No-cost

Contact: For more information, please contact Hannah Short hshort@ywcalancaster.org

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Nov
19

Racial Equity Institute

Racial Equity Institute (3-Part Series)

Dates:

  • Session 1: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

  • Session 2: Tuesday, November 19, 2024

  • Session 3: Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: YWCA Lancaster, [Insert Address]

Description:
Join us for YWCA Lancaster’s Racial Equity Institute, a 3-part series designed to help participants understand the deep-rooted impacts of structural racism and how to work toward meaningful change. Through interactive learning and dialogue, this institute will provide the tools and knowledge to challenge racial inequities and foster a more just and inclusive community.

Registration is required and space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

Price: No-cost

Contact: For more information, please contact Hannah Short hshort@ywcalancaster.org

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Nov
26

Racial Equity Institute

Racial Equity Institute (3-Part Series)

Dates:

  • Session 1: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

  • Session 2: Tuesday, November 19, 2024

  • Session 3: Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: YWCA Lancaster, [Insert Address]

Description:
Join us for YWCA Lancaster’s Racial Equity Institute, a 3-part series designed to help participants understand the deep-rooted impacts of structural racism and how to work toward meaningful change. Through interactive learning and dialogue, this institute will provide the tools and knowledge to challenge racial inequities and foster a more just and inclusive community.

Registration is required and space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

Price: No-cost

Contact: For more information, please contact Hannah Short hshort@ywcalancaster.org

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LGBTQIA+ Support Group
Oct
19

LGBTQIA+ Support Group

YWCA Lancaster, in partnership with Lititz Chooses Love and Everlasting Wellness, offers a supportive group for young adults in the LGBTQIA+ community. This group provides a safe space to connect, share experiences, and receive support, fostering a sense of belonging and well-being.

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LGBTQIA+ Support Group
Aug
17

LGBTQIA+ Support Group

YWCA Lancaster, in partnership with Lititz Chooses Love and Everlasting Wellness, offers a supportive group for young adults in the LGBTQIA+ community. This group provides a safe space to connect, share experiences, and receive support, fostering a sense of belonging and well-being.

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Elecciones desclasificadas: Guía de supervivencia para votantes
Aug
6

Elecciones desclasificadas: Guía de supervivencia para votantes

Únase a Lancaster Votes para ” Elecciones desclasificadas: Guía de supervivencia para votantes”, una serie de eventos diseñados para empoderar y educar a los votantes. Únase en una sesión de preguntas y respuestas con un trabajador electoral con experiencia, descubra sus derechos de voto y comprenda por qué su voto es realmente importante. Esta atractiva serie tiene como objetivo equiparle con el conocimiento y la confianza para navegar el proceso electoral de manera efectiva. ¡No pierda esta oportunidad de convertirse en un participante más informado y activo en nuestra democracia!

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Election Declassified: Voter Survival Guide
Aug
6

Election Declassified: Voter Survival Guide

Join Lancaster Votes for “Election Declassified: Voter Survival Guide,” an event series designed to empower and educate voters. Dive into a Q&A with a seasoned poll worker, discover your voting rights, and understand why your vote truly matters. This engaging series aims to equip you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the election process effectively. Don’t miss this opportunity to become a more informed and active participant in our democracy!

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Black Artist Waystation - Meet & Greet
Aug
2

Black Artist Waystation - Meet & Greet

We invite you to support these talented artists by attending our Meet and Greet event this summer. This will be an opportunity to connect with the artists, learn about their creative processes, and explore some of their work firsthand.

This event takes place from 7pm-9pm on Friday, August 2nd at EsoArts, 317 N Queen St, Lancaster, PA 17603.

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Empowerment Day
Aug
2

Empowerment Day

YWCA Lancaster is offering a one day camp for female-identifying children, ages 9-14, Empowerment Day. The day will focus on self-love and empowerment by building connections with others and exploring one’s own experiences. Throughout the day, children will participate in crafts, discussions, and activities related to topics such as gender roles, self-esteem, body image, drug and alcohol prevention, relationships, and more. Lunch is provided. Children with dietary restrictions or allergies should pack if they are unable to have the lunch provided.

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