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This is the 45th year the Austin church has awarded scholarships. Since the program began in 1974, more than 500 students have received the awards. This year, students received $1,000 each.
“It really is a tremendous history, and I think it would be hard for people a 150 years ago to imagine how the church has grown over these 15 decades,” Rev. Colleen Vahey said. The public is invited to the special service being held Sunday at the church.
For the first time in the citywide festival’s eight-year history, 11 locations in Austin will be featured.
In an effort to enrich the lives of Austin residents and spark economic growth, local groups are hosting a free art fair along the 300 block of North Mayfield Avenue on July 28. All are welcome.
Choosing from about 40 eligible applicants, the church’s scholarship committee selected 20 students to each receive a $1,000 scholarship. The Austin church has awarded hundreds of scholarships to West Side students since 1974.
Randel Josserand, the chief of schools in the Austin and Belmont Cragin neighborhoods, will talk at 10 a.m. Jan. 14, followed at 11 a.m. by Brenetta Howell Barrett, who will discuss the lessons she learned from the civil rights movement.
Third Unitarian Church will be among the rest stops for the annual charity event May 7th.
The Working Women’s History Project in partnership with the Lookingglass Theater held a panel earlier this month at Third Unitarian Church.
He was remembered as a charismatic singer, actor and activist who spoke out against racism throughout his life.
Mark Rogovin and Jason Ware will discuss the athlete and actor’s legacy. All are welcome 10 a.m. Aug. 7 at Third Unitarian in Austin.