Sunday, October 18, 2009

Disability Reframed: A Community Film Series

Saturday, October 24, 2009
Time: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: West Cambridge Youth & Community Center
680 Huron Avenue, Fresh Pond
Cambridge, MA

Come to a FREE matinee screening of Billy Golfus’ remarkable documentary, When Billy Broke His Head & Other Tales of Wonder.
This autobiographical film tells the story of Golfus’ recovery from a motorcycle accident and his entry into the world of disability culture and politics. Golfus is an award-winning radio documentary producer whose first film is an unforgettable tribute to disability culture. The film will be followed by open audience discussion, moderated by Naomi Pinson.This is a scent free event. Out of consideration for people with environmental illness or multiple chemical sensitivity, please refrain from using perfume or other scented products. For sign language interpreters or other accommodations, please contact the CommissionforPersons with Disabilities by October 19 at 617 349 4692 (voice) or 617 492 0235 (TTY) or email mmuehe@cambridgema.gov.

Friday, October 9, 2009

Celebrate Disability History Month

Celebrate Disability History Month
State House Celebration
Please join us to recognize young advocates with disabilities who worked with
the Commonwealth to establish October as Disability History Month

Where: Massachusetts State House, Boston
Nurses Hall

When: Thursday, October 15, 2009
2pm to 3pm

· Join us and rally at the State House to advocate that public schools across the Commonwealth recognize October as Disability History Month
· Show your support for the next chapter of the Disability Rights Movement

This event is sponsored by Senator Steven A. Tolman & State Representative Barbara A. L’Italien

Act Today Influence-Tomorrow

Act Today Influence-Tomorrow celebrates
Disability History Month
Join us on Saturday October 17th for another celebration of this great achievement, and way to learn more about Act Today Influence Tomorrow.

Where: Easter Seals Boston
89 South Street, Boston

When: Saturday, October 17, 2009
1pm to 3pm