A guided, nonpartisan community dialogue honoring Dr. King’s legacy by exploring what civil rights work looks like in practice today—grounded in local context and fact.
Event Details
This is not a lecture or open-mic debate. It is a structured community conversation:
- Date: Monday, January 19, 2026 (MLK Day)
- Time: 6:00–7:30 PM
- Location: Curitiba Art Café (downtown Fredericksburg)
- Cost: Free (please support the café if you’re able)
- Discussion Guides: Dr. Craig Vasey, retired UMW philosophy professor and Drew Gallagher, FXBG Advance columnist
What to Expect
- Short opening context from our two discussants
- Small-table conversation with prompts and LWV table hosts
- Curated Q&A using written question cards (no open mic)
- Clear discussion agreements and active moderation to keep the space constructive and welcoming
Content
We’ll explore civil rights in practice and what “active democracy” looks like locally—how communities build equal justice, sustain participation, and respond when trust in institutions is tested.
Who Should Come
Open to all community members. No prior knowledge required. If you value respectful dialogue, practical civic learning, and meeting neighbors where they are, this is for you.
Accessibility
- Seating is café-style; arrive a few minutes early to get settled.
- If you have accessibility needs, contact us in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Questions? Email: president@fredericksburglwv.org
The League of Women Voters is a 501(c)4 nonprofit nonpartisan organization and does not support or oppose political parties or candidates.
