Upcoming Workshops

Africanness, Blackness, and Belonging

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Africa. Jamaica. America. Brazil. Cuba. England. Germany. France. As Black people born in Africa and in Diaspora, we have a shared ancestry and also different experiences of Africanness, Blackness, and belonging that we don’t get many chances to talk to each other about. This first event in our Pan-African Community Conversations series invites Indigenous Africans and Africa’s descendants to forget the Detty December hype and get real about living with each other in Ghana. It’s time for us to learn from each other about our different historical relationships to colonization, enslavement, separation from family and land, and our stories of resilience, love, and joy. Khuba International, the Library of Africa and the African Diaspora, and the Black Womanhood (Re-)Affirmation Project have planned an evening of dinner and story circles that will allow us to share our stories and really listen to one another. Bring an open heart and join us!

Past Workshops

Black Locust Management and Market

This workshop was part of our Strong Roots, New Growth program.

Date: Saturday, Dec 13th, 2025
Location: Hawk Meadow Farm
Facilitator: Steve Sierigk, Farmer and Forest Land Manager

Black locust trees offer a wide range of benefits and opportunities, making them an excellent choice for active management rather than a "plant and forget" option. Their high-density wood is one of the most rot-resistant materials available in the Northeast, making it ideal for applications such as fence posts, trellises, and other weather-exposed projects. Untreated locust wood is also highly valued in regenerative agriculture and serves as exceptional firewood. Participants in this workshop will learn about managing locust stands within a forest ecosystem and explore potential market opportunities. The format is a peer-to-peer learning experience where a host farmer shares their insights and experiences as a land steward. Attendees will benefit from a farm and forest tour as well as indoor discussions on locust management, non-timber forest products, and forest restoration efforts.