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LXCL:Rising Sun Development Center’s mission is to promote community well-being and long-term resilience by strengthening public health, economic stability, youth development, and sustainable agriculture in communities with need.&nbsp;Through innovative health infrastructure development, policy-informed practice, youth empowerment, and sustainability planning, RSDC supports communities in advancing opportunity, shared prosperity, and self-determined pathways to thriving families and healthy futures.

Gifts of the Garden at R.I.S.E. &mdash; Beneath the Fig Leaf Garden 2 Table Cooking &amp; Herbal Education with Chef LeighMSpend an afternoon in the garden harvesting figs, exploring their cultural history, and learning about traditional medicinal uses and practices associated with the fruit and leaves. Chef LeighM, Celebrity Chef, Nutritionist, and Kitchen Herbalist, will guide a conversation about these traditions, responsible plant use, and bringing garden ingredients to your table.Then roll up your sleeves for a hands-on cooking experience! Prepare fig-leaf-wrapped salmon with lemon, fresh garlic, and Grace &amp; Garlic seasoning, or choose a vegan fig-leaf-wrapped mushroom entr&eacute;e.After cooking, we&rsquo;ll sit down together to enjoy the full meal with white rice, roasted carrots, and Black Mission fig sauce featuring orange, ginger, and garlic, finished with scallions and fresh orange slices. The salmon sauce includes honey and soy sauce; the vegan option will feature a honey-free preparation.A wine pairing or wine-based signature drink and chilled bottled water are planned, with beverage selections and sponsorships to be confirmed.Come ready to harvest, learn, cook, and share a meal while supporting Rising Sun Development Center and connecting with the community. Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 3&ndash;6 PM R.I.S.E. Come-Unity Garden <a fr-original-style="" href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/406+Fulton+St+SW,+Atlanta,+GA+30312?entry=gmail&source=g" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">406 Fulton St SW, Atlanta, GA 30312</a> Limited to 15 guests | Vegan option available Please Email LeighMarshall@byChefLeighM.com food allergies and your entr&eacute;e preference when registering. The menu includes fish and soy; conventional soy sauce may contain wheat.

GIFTS OF THE GARDEN- BENEATH THE FIG LEAF GARDEN 2 TABLE COOKING & HERBAL EDUCATION

Your donation helps create practical pathways to opportunity in under-resourced communities. Rising Sun Development Center advances community-led initiatives that strengthen small businesses, expand access to education and workforce development, promote health and well-being, and build sustainable, resilient communities. 🌱Every contribution turns vision into action&mdash;supporting hands-on humanitarian aid, workshops, skills training, youth and family programs, sustainable agriculture, and partnerships that strengthen local economies. 🤝Thank you for investing in lasting, community-led change. Together, we can help individuals, families, and neighborhoods rise.

Your donation helps create practical pathways to opportunity in under-resourced communities. Rising Sun Development Center advances community-led initiatives that strengthen small businesses, expand access to education and workforce development, promote health and well-being, and build sustainable, resilient communities. 🌱Every contribution turns vision into action—supporting hands-on humanitarian aid, workshops, skills training, youth and family programs, sustainable agriculture, and partnerships that strengthen local economies. 🤝Thank you for investing in lasting, community-led change. Together, we can help individuals, families, and neighborhoods rise.

Date and Time: Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 3:00&ndash;6:00 p.m.Event Description: Rising Sun Development Center (RSDC) will present the exclusive Atlanta screening of the Award Winning Movie Threads of Us: Stitching the Fabric of a Nation, followed by an in-depth audience discussion with the film&rsquo;s writer and producer, Donisha Prendergast, granddaughter of Bob &amp; Rita Marley.Set in Kingston, Jamaica, this 75-minute feature film tells the story of Danielle, a gifted seamstress and factory worker whose search for truth challenges what she believes about love, loyalty, justice, survival, and the cost of silence. While grounded in the Jamaican experience, the film examines issues shared throughout the African Diaspora, including systemic inequality, colonial legacies, cultural identity, family, resistance, and the continuing pursuit of freedom and self-determination. Following the screening, Donisha Prendergast will discuss the film&rsquo;s creation, its connection to Jamaica&rsquo;s independence journey, and the importance of using storytelling to preserve history, challenge injustice, and strengthen relationships among African-descended communities.The program will provide an educational and culturally enriching experience that connects Jamaica&rsquo;s history to broader African, Caribbean, African American, and Pan-African liberation movements. The facilitated discussion will encourage attendees to consider what independence means for communities still navigating the social, political, cultural, and economic effects of colonialism.Presented as part of the film&rsquo;s &ldquo;64 Screenings for 64 Years of Independence&rdquo; tour, this community event aligns strongly with the Auburn Avenue Research Library&rsquo;s commitment to preserving and promoting African American history, culture, and the experiences of people throughout the African Diaspora.The program is intended for an intergenerational audience of approximately 240 community members, including educators, students, artists, filmmakers, cultural workers, advocates, and residents interested in Jamaican history, Pan-African culture, social justice, and independent filmmaking. Community Sponsorship Opportunities:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">$250 &mdash; Sponsor 10 people</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">$500 &mdash; Sponsor 20 people</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">$1,000 &mdash; Sponsor 40 people</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">$1,500 &mdash; Sponsor 60 people</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">$3,000 &mdash; Sponsor 120 people</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">$6,000 &mdash; Sponsor the full 240-person community screening</li></ul>

Date and Time:Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 3:00–6:00 p.m.Event Description:Rising Sun Development Center (RSDC) will present the exclusive Atlanta screening of the Award Winning Movie Threads of Us: Stitching the Fabric of a Nation, followed by an in-depth audience discussion with the film’s writer and producer, Donisha Prendergast, granddaughter of Bob & Rita Marley.Set in Kingston, Jamaica, this 75-minute feature film tells the story of Danielle, a gifted seamstress and factory worker whose search for truth challenges what she believes about love, loyalty, justice, survival, and the cost of silence. While grounded in the Jamaican experience, the film examines issues shared throughout the African Diaspora, including systemic inequality, colonial legacies, cultural identity, family, resistance, and the continuing pursuit of freedom and self-determination.Following the screening, Donisha Prendergast will discuss the film’s creation, its connection to Jamaica’s independence journey, and the importance of using storytelling to preserve history, challenge injustice, and strengthen relationships among African-descended communities.The program will provide an educational and culturally enriching experience that connects Jamaica’s history to broader African, Caribbean, African American, and Pan-African liberation movements. The facilitated discussion will encourage attendees to consider what independence means for communities still navigating the social, political, cultural, and economic effects of colonialism.Presented as part of the film’s “64 Screenings for 64 Years of Independence” tour, this community event aligns strongly with the Auburn Avenue Research Library’s commitment to preserving and promoting African American history, culture, and the experiences of people throughout the African Diaspora.The program is intended for an intergenerational audience of approximately 240 community members, including educators, students, artists, filmmakers, cultural workers, advocates, and residents interested in Jamaican history, Pan-African culture, social justice, and independent filmmaking.Community Sponsorship Opportunities:$250 — Sponsor 10 people$500 — Sponsor 20 people$1,000 — Sponsor 40 people$1,500 — Sponsor 60 people$3,000 — Sponsor 120 people$6,000 — Sponsor the full 240-person community screening

Sponsor Threads of Us: Exclusive Atlanta Screening and Filmmaker Discussion

🌟 Join us in Creating Change! 🌟&ldquo;KWANZAA PRINCIPLES in Action: Growing Our Kwanzaa Celebration for Community &amp; Cause&rdquo;📣Join us in uplifting community resilience, culture, and collective joy by expanding our free annual Kwanzaa-Eve Ancestor Community Celebration &mdash; where families and neighbors come together to honor our ancestors and live the Kwanzaa principles. This beloved intergenerational event &mdash; featuring DJ Sundjata, community performances, African face painting, free food, an ancestor slide show, and joyful celebration &mdash; opens the holiday season with culture, togetherness, and love.&nbsp;Each year this event grows in impact, and we&rsquo;re launching the &ldquo;Kwanzaa in Action&rdquo; campaign to raise funds that will:🎶 Elevate the experience &mdash; bring in more performers, storytellers, cultural makers, and art activities for all ages.🍲 Provide more resources &mdash; make sure every attendee enjoys abundant, high-quality food, cultural crafts, and face painting.&nbsp;👨&zwj;👩&zwj;👧&zwj;👦 Enhance inclusivity &mdash; expand accessibility supports (e.g., venue, seating, ADA accommodations, child-friendly features).📸 Honor our ancestors with dignity &mdash; upgrade the ancestor altar &amp; multimedia slide show and preserve memories for future generations.🤝 Give back to the community &mdash; direct a percentage of funds raised to local causes that align with the event&rsquo;s principles &mdash; such as food security programs, youth mentorship, and family support services.This fundraiser celebrates Ujima &mdash; collective work &amp; responsibility &mdash; by inviting our community not just to attend, but to build with us, give with intention, and make our holiday heritage stronger and more impactful. 🎁 How you can help power our mission:<ol fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Donate: Every dollar counts. Contribute now to help us reach our goal.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Share: Share our campaign with your friends, family, and on social media. Your advocacy can amplify our impact.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Volunteer: Your time and skills can make an impact too.</li></ol>Together, we&rsquo;ll ensure this event continues to grow as a joyful tradition and as a force for real community support &mdash; honoring the wisdom of our ancestors and investing in a brighter present and future.Thank you for standing with us &mdash; because when one thrives, we all thrive. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

🌟 Join us in Creating Change! 🌟“KWANZAA PRINCIPLES in Action: Growing Our Kwanzaa Celebration for Community & Cause”📣Join us in uplifting community resilience, culture, and collective joy by expanding our free annual Kwanzaa-Eve Ancestor Community Celebration — where families and neighbors come together to honor our ancestors and live the Kwanzaa principles. This beloved intergenerational event — featuring DJ Sundjata, community performances, African face painting, free food, an ancestor slide show, and joyful celebration — opens the holiday season with culture, togetherness, and love. Each year this event grows in impact, and we’re launching the “Kwanzaa in Action” campaign to raise funds that will:🎶 Elevate the experience — bring in more performers, storytellers, cultural makers, and art activities for all ages.🍲 Provide more resources — make sure every attendee enjoys abundant, high-quality food, cultural crafts, and face painting. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enhance inclusivity — expand accessibility supports (e.g., venue, seating, ADA accommodations, child-friendly features).📸 Honor our ancestors with dignity — upgrade the ancestor altar & multimedia slide show and preserve memories for future generations.🤝 Give back to the community — direct a percentage of funds raised to local causes that align with the event’s principles — such as food security programs, youth mentorship, and family support services.This fundraiser celebrates Ujima — collective work & responsibility — by inviting our community not just to attend, but to build with us, give with intention, and make our holiday heritage stronger and more impactful.🎁 How you can help power our mission:Donate: Every dollar counts. Contribute now to help us reach our goal.Share: Share our campaign with your friends, family, and on social media. Your advocacy can amplify our impact.Volunteer: Your time and skills can make an impact too.Together, we’ll ensure this event continues to grow as a joyful tradition and as a force for real community support — honoring the wisdom of our ancestors and investing in a brighter present and future.Thank you for standing with us — because when one thrives, we all thrive.Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

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Sponsor Threads of Us: Exclusive Atlanta Screening and Filmmaker Discussion

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Annual Kwanzaa Eve Ancestor Party Fundraiser

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