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Join with local students, advocates and musicians as we embrace climate action and a better future for our community. Inspired by our youth but including all ages, we will gather for music, art, and inspiring words from local leaders.

Pensacola is facing a climate emergency as rising seas, stronger storms and extreme heat stress our community. The Pensacola City Council and mayor were given recommendations from the city’s climate task force in November, 2018, and have made some progress. But much, much more needs to be done to adapt and mitigate for the changing climate.

The body of the world’s climate scientists reports that in order to avoid the most catastrophic impacts, we must reduce our emissions of greenhouse gases about 50% below 2010 levels by 2030. That means phasing out fossil fuels, creating better communities designed for people rather than cars, and ensuring a just transition to renewable energy.

The Pensacola Climate Rally is a joint project of 350 Pensacola, Healthy Gulf and Climate Together Pensacola. For more information: christian@healthygulf.org

Northwest Florida is home to some of America’s most significant and simultaneously most vulnerable military installations. Not only does the region boast several major facilities such as Pensacola Naval Air Station, Eglin Air Force Base, Hurlburt Field, and Tyndall Air Force Base, but the adjoining naval ranges and air corridors in more than 180,000 square miles of Department of Defense controlled airspace extending out into the Gulf of Mexico are an invaluable and irreplaceable asset for the U.S. military. Yet, the DoD ranks Northwest Florida’s bases as among the most exposed to climate change in the country. Climate-induced extreme weather phenomena, flooding, and sea-level rise not only costs the U.S. military billions of dollars in damaged facilities and equipment, but also in terms of readiness, training, and personnel. Join ASP and the University of West Florida on April 24th for an in-person public panel discussion exploring the key role Northwest Florida plays in enhancing national security, the consequences of climate insecurity, and climate resilience strategies for the cities and municipalities that surround U.S. military installations.

Moderated by Dr. Matthew Schwartz from the University of West Florida, panelists include: CAPT Tim Kinsella, USN (Ret.), CAPT Rick Miller, USN (Ret.), Dr. Haris Alibašić, Dr. Brian Crisher, and Eric Christianson.

With locations in Fort Myers, Naples, Charlotte County, and Pensacola, Valerie’s House is a special place where children connect with one another and learn the tools to heal after they have experienced the death of someone they love.

At Valerie's House, children know others their age, and they learn that loss doesn't have to limit their dreams. In addition to our dedicated staff, many of our volunteers have lived this journey and are here to help you and your children find hope.

All of our resources go directly to providing children and their families a safe place to share, grieve, and grow.

Join us at 6 PM CST at Ever’man Education Center, 327 W Garden Street, Pensacola on Monday, April 10th for a discussion with Pastor Sylvia Tisdale. Pastor Tisdale will discuss her work at Epps Christian Center and feeding those in need.

About our speaker: “Pastor Sylvia E. Tisdale is the Founder and Pastor of the Epps Christian Center Ministries, a Nonprofit Religious Organization founded on August 2003 to reach out to the Hungry, Homeless, and the Hurting and to enhance the Spiritual and Quality of life for the community and others throughout the country and the world. EPPS Christian Center is a non-denominational church with a mission to reach out to the lost at any cost.”

We are requesting attendees to please bring one nonperishable food item.

Questions or comments? Contact Mary Gutierrez @ earthethicsaction@gmail.com or 850.549.7472. The MISSION of Earth Ethics is to educate the public and increase awareness about environmental and social issues at local, regional, and global levels in an effort to engage, empower, and encourage public involvement toward positive resolutions.

SynThesis

The Pensacola Museum of Art and The Art Gallery at the University of West Florida present SynThesis, a group FBA Exit Exhibition. The work on display encompasses a variety of mediums that include drawing, painting, fiber, photography, printmaking, digital media, graphic design, and sculpture.

Group BFA Exit Exhibition
April 21-May 11, 2023

Opening Reception at the PMA
April 21, 2023 5-7 pm

Opening Reception at TAG
April 27, 2023 5-8 pm

Join us as we learn to be better advocates through inspiration from the words and life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. We’ll learn more about Dr. King from someone who knew him--Jawana V. Jackson--Founder of The House by the Side of the Road. Mrs. Jackson’s family regularly hosted Dr. King in her home while she was growing-up in Selma, Alabama, including a six month stay by Dr. King as he planned the Selma to Montgomery March.

Mike Will, Pensacola State College Professor of English, helps us better understand what made Dr. King such an effective communicator. Mr. Will explores elements of Dr. King’s I Have a Dream speech, and how we can learn to better structure our oral communication. Examples of current environmental issues will be used to demonstrate more effective communication skills.

This event is a joint project of Healthy Gulf, 350 Pensacola and Climate Together Pensacola. For more information: christian@healthygulf.org

Required Libraries notice: “This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the West Florida Public Libraries or Escambia County.”

The Friends of West Florida Public Library welcome you to their Spring Book Sale, April 28-30 at the Downtown Library. Hours are 3-7 pm Friday, 9 am-5 pm Saturday and 9 am - 3 pm Sunday. Come to 239 North Spring Street for great deals on used books!

Artistic director Peter Steenblik leads the 100-voice Choral Society of Pensacola and organist Hyunjoo Kim in stirring sacred masterworks from England, Germany, and the United States, including music for multiple choirs.

The program features Benjamin Britten's "Rejoice in the Lamb," a moving setting of eccentric, endearing verse by 18 th -century poet Christopher Smart. It also includes well-known works by Gustav Holst, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Franz Biebl, Heinrich Schütz, and Felix Mendelssohn, as well as William Dawson's classic arrangements of three beloved spirituals.

FREE PREVIEW: Peter will offer a free, informal preview of our concert via Zoom on Sunday, May 7 at 7 PM. It will feature a half-hour presentation illustrated with musical excerpts, followed by a 10-minute Q&A session. Request a link by 5 PM on May 7 at support@choralsocietyofpensacola.org.

ACCESSIBILITY: To request accommodation to attend or participate in any of our activities, contact Charlie Smoke at charlie@choralsocietyofpensacola.org or 850-484-1806 at least 72 hours in advance. We'll be happy to work with you.

This is Artel’s annual ‘thank you’ reception to all current members. No entry fee, no juror, and no theme. Membership must be up to date. Enjoy!

The Friends of West Florida Public Library welcome you to their Spring Book Sale, April 28-30 at the Downtown Library. Hours are 3-7 pm Friday, 9 am-5 pm Saturday and 9 am - 3 pm Sunday. Come to 239 North Spring Street for great deals on used books!