Blue Ridge Community College and the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank are partnering to present the 20th annual Virginia Hunger Symposium, which opens on Monday.
The week-long program is designed to raise awareness of the prevalence of hunger in our communities, and to work toward solutions for a problem that plagues local communities, the nation and the world.
Every $1 donated during the Virginia Hunger Symposium helps provide more than three meals; all proceeds benefit the BRAFB.
Monday
“The Invisible Epidemic” Documentary and Q&A with Director Daniel McCain
12:40-1:40 p.m., Plecker Center, Room 126
This 40-minute documentary focuses on student hunger and food insecurity across Virginia colleges. Director Daniel McCain will answer questions after the film.
Grand Opening of BRCC Food Pantry
2 p.m., Houff Student Center – SOAR Center
Tuesday
The Art Space on 211: Myriad Ways of Seeing
Opening reception for the new exhibition in the Fine Arts Center Gallery: 11:30am-1pm
Featured artists: Chris Odell-Ferguson, Deb Sheffer, Gary Grant, Ray Byram, Scott Hillman
Wednesday
Project Grows Panel Discussion
11 a.m. – 12:22 p.m., S117
Join Megan Marshall, Director of Programs and Strategic Impact at Project Grows, and Donna Clem from BRCC’s SOAR Center for a conversation exploring how food access, community support, and connection can help build resilience.
Thursday
Empty Bowl Dinner (Fundraiser)
6 p.m., Plecker Center Room 126
The Empty Bowl Dinner raises funds and awareness for the Virginia Hunger Symposium.
Saturday/Sunday
Shenandoah Cabaret Presents: Heart and Music (Benefit Concert)
7 p.m., Fine Arts Center Theatre
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