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Building Bridges Discussion Series
Our annual program series features distinguished speakers, films, exhibits, and cultural events that explore diverse social issues—from civil rights and immigration to cultural identity and contemporary challenges—sparking vital conversations that build community.
Spring 2026
Presenting Sponsor
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A Conversation with Michael Luo
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Historic Asolo Theatre at The Ringling
The African American-Jewish Civil Rights Alliance: Shared Legacies
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Unitarian Universalists of Sarasota
Why Black History Matters
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Past Programs & Events
King: A Life with Author Jonathan EigMar 06, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
An Evening with Author Gilbert King & the Honorable Charles E. WilliamsFeb 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Power and the People: Social Justice in America Since the Civil Rights MovementJan 23, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
John Lewis: In Search of the Beloved CommunityJan 09, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Beaches, Benches, and Boycotts: The Civil Rights Movement in Tampa BayDec 12, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
The Soil CeremonyNov 09, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
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