Frederick Douglass Event
His Faith, His Family, Our Future This month, one of the most notable African-American Statesman and Abolitionists, Frederick Douglass, will be honored for the bicentennial of his birth. Douglass, born Frederick Augustus Washington Bailey, was an author, scholar, humanitarian, and entrepreneur who served five United States presidents. While many remember Douglass as a fiery speaker who denounced slavery and advocated for the civil rights of blacks and women, most are less aware of Douglass’s commitment to faith and family. Come join Dean Nelson at noon on February 15 as he highlights...
Read MoreBlack History Month
Rochester’s Year of Frederick Douglass Black History Month marks a time when we reflect on the important contributions made by iconic African Americans to civil rights, culture and science, and technology within American society. Appreciating and understanding the importance of Black History Month aligns with His Branches’ Purpose and Core Values. We strive to serve our community and patients, families, and colleagues with dignity and sensitivity in Christian love . As an important figure in African American history and the national faith community, Frederick Douglass lived in...
Read More2018 Arnett Music Series #2
A wonderful FREE program for music lovers of all ages followed by refreshments and a chance to meet the musicians. This concert features the Eastman Community School Youth Ensembles. These are some of the best musicians in the area and they will be at our very own Arnett Library! We hope to see you and your families...
Read More2018 Arnett Music Series #1
A wonderful FREE program for music lovers of all ages followed by refreshments and a chance to meet the musicians. This concert features the Eastman Community School Brazilian Percussion Ensemble. These are some of the best musicians in the area and they will be at our very own Arnett Library! We hope to see you and your families...
Read MoreCaroling in the Park
The Arnett Block Association hosted their annual Christmas event last night at 6:00 pm in the Arnett Bird & Butterfly Garden on the corner of Wellington and Arnett. A hearty group of adults and children gathered for an early evening of caroling around an open fire, cooking s’mores, eating popcorn with cocoa, and having fun with other neighbors and friends. This time of year the butterflies were hiding but squirrels were out, and Santa Claus came by and stayed for the whole time! Santa’s helper, Ms. Anne from the Arnett Branch Library was there with a sled full of gently used...
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