We are pleased to announce that our Speaker Series is set to take place on August 18, 2022. Dr. Manny Scott has graciously worked with us to reschedule due to Covid issues in 2021. Dr. Manny Scott is an original Freedom Writer whose story is told in part in the hit movie, Freedom Writers. He has energized more than two million educators, students, and leaders worldwide with his authentic, inspiring messages of hope.

By the age of 14, Dr. Manuel Scott’s story was almost over. His father was incarcerated, he missed 60-90 days of school annually from 4th to 9th grade, he dropped out of school at age 14, he lived in 26 places by age 16, and his best friend was brutally murdered. Sensing that the end of his life was near, Dr. Manny sat down on a park bench and considered how he would make others feel the depth of despair and anger roiling in his soul. He says, "When I look back, I now see that I was heading down a path that would have destroyed me." Then, a man—a complete stranger—took a risk, and sat down beside Manny. That man connected with him, encouraged him, and inspired him to write a different story—to create a new life.

Doors open at 11 am and a to-go lunch will be provided by Church Street Wine Bar & Bottle Shoppe.

The MCEC launched Tell Me A Story (TMAS) on September 11, 2005. The mission of the program is to empower Military Children by using literature and their own stories in a way that fosters skills for resilience, strong peer and parent connections, a sense of pride and accomplishment, and a caring community. Tell Me A Story is a FAMILY literacy event geared toward children ages 4-12. TMAS provides opportunities to open up discussions on difficult topics such as deployment, separation, and moving. We want children to have the skills they need to be resilient. Through TMAS, Children (and parents) are able to recognize that they are an active part of a caring community-not just recipients of this care, but also participants in caring for others.

Each TMAS event focuses on one book, carefully selected by the MCEC for its content, literary value, and illustrations. This year every registered parent will receive a copy of the book “The Word Collector” but Peter H. Reynolds. Make sure to register here: https://form.jotform.com/220835078495060

This workshop, along with the complimentary copy of this Tell Me A Story book, provided to every registered parent, is sponsored by Star Market. Additional funding has been provided by The Generosity Foundation.

DUE TO UNFORESEEN EVENTS, THIS EVENT IS BEING RESCHUELD!

Please join us as we partner with Oakwood University for a FREE community vaccination clinic at Village of Promise. There is no appointment necessary and no insurance required. Pfizer vaccine and booster will be administered and testing available upon vaccination.

2700 Fairbanks St NW
Huntsville, AL 35816

What is One Table Huntsville?

A city wide event, dedicated to bringing our community together as one. Gather as strangers, eat as family. Everyone deserves a seat at the table, and your invited!

Though this year has brought many challenges we could not see canceling this critical community event when it meant so much to our city last year. This year we will be providing a delicious Thanksgiving meal for all people via drive-through and walk-through options at two locations.

Don’t miss this incredible event!

What is One Table Huntsville?

A city wide event, dedicated to bringing our community together as one. Gather as strangers, eat as family. Everyone deserves a seat at the table, and your invited!

Though this year has brought many challenges we could not see canceling this critical community event when it meant so much to our city last year. This year we will be providing a delicious Thanksgiving meal for all people via drive-through and walk-through options at two locations.

Don’t miss this incredible event!