LGBT Bain Center Film event May 4th

      "Thursday, May 4, 2017 Film & Discussion 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Doors open/Refreshments: 6:00 pm The Bain Center 5470 Ruth Keeton Way Columbia, MD 21044 A free event but registration is required Social Work CEUs available About the Film: Directed by Andrea Meyerson and narrated by Meredith Baxter, LETTER TO ANITA is the story of Anita Bryant's infamous anti-gay campaign and its effect on the life of Ronni Sanlo. From having her children taken away after coming out as a lesbian, to becoming an activist for the LGBT community, Ronni's journey finally leads her to resolve and peace in the simple act of writing a letter. Discussion following the film will address the effects of anti-gay discrimination on individuals and families and the role of social activism as a tool for social change and personal resilience. "
     "Registration required by April 27; call Bain Center at 410-313-7213 About the Program: Cosponsored by the LGBT Older Adults Task Force of Howard County, the 50+ Bain Center, and the LGBT Health Resource Center of Chase Brexton Health Care. Refreshments provided by Somerford Place Columbia. Jessica Rowe ElderCare Consulting, LLC, is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland to sponsor social work continuing education programs and maintains full responsibility for this program. This program qualifies for 1.5 Category II continuing education units."

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