Battle Creek Coalition for Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation

10/19/2026

Planning to come to "A Conversation with john a. powell?"

Please register this week. The event is free, and your registration helps us plan for food and seating so there's room for everyone. Bring a neighbor. Bring a coworker. Bring someone you don't usually talk with. Tuesday, October 27, 6 to 8 p.m., DoubleTree Hotel.

BelongBC.org/events

10/16/2026

Did you know you can track your ballot? Register at mi.gov/trackballot to get updates.

Also! Remember to use the same signature that’s on your license when you sign your absentee ballot.

Visit mi.gov/trackballot and see the status of your Nov. 3 General Election ballot.

10/15/2026

Have you ever noticed john a. powell writes his name in lowercase? He does it on purpose. It's a reminder that we are part of the universe, alongside each other, rather than above it. That idea runs through all of his work. As Director of the Othering and Belonging Institute at UC Berkeley, john has spent decades asking how we build communities where everyone belongs, including the people we disagree with. On October 27, he's bringing that conversation to Battle Creek.

Watch this two-minute clip to hear john in his own words: youtube.com/watch?v=MZjSsuz1yfA

Registration required. BelongBC.org/events

10/15/2026

Join a free community conversation to understand Medicaid and SNAP changes and how we can work together to support Calhoun County!

This panel discussion brings together service providers, health care professionals, employers, and community leaders to share resources and coordinate efforts to help our community navigate what's ahead.

Registration is encouraged.

Details:
📅 Tuesday, Nov. 10
⏰ 9–11 a.m.
📍 Launch 269 (2nd floor of the Battle Creek Innovation Hub: 50 Jackson St. W, Battle Creek, MI 49017)
🎟️ Free
🥐 Light breakfast and refreshments provided!

Join us for a free community conversation to understand Medicaid and SNAP changes and how we can work together to support Calhoun County.

10/14/2026

10/13/2026

What would become possible if we built a community where everyone feels they belong? Two weeks from today, we get to sit with that question together. A Conversation with john a. powell. Tuesday, October 27, 6 to 8 p.m., DoubleTree Hotel, Battle Creek. Free and open to all.

Registration required: BelongBC.org/events

10/13/2026

Tonight, Lakeview will host a candidate forum centered on concerns within Michigan’s public schools and education. We hope you can attend.

Lakeview School District will host a Candidate Forum on Tuesday, Oct. 13, featuring candidates seeking to represent the Lakeview community at the state and federal levels.

The forum will focus on public education, giving students, families and community members an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about their perspectives on issues affecting Michigan’s public schools.

The forum begins at 6 p.m. at Lakeview High School and will include questions about public education policy, as well as an opportunity for audience members to submit questions.

10/11/2026

Looking for a part time job?

Interested in playing a key part in Michigan’s Nov. 3 General Election?

Consider becoming a paid and trained poll worker, regardless of your political affiliation. Sign up now before it’s too late: mi.gov/pollworker

10/07/2026

Join S.A.F.E. Place for their Dogs Against Domestic Violence Walk and Costume Contest! See more details below.

10/07/2026

Thursday, October 8 Charitable Union will have an open house. See below for more information.

Open House This Thursday at Charitable Union - October 8 - https://mailchi.mp/4ec31989f2dc/open-house-at-charitable-union-17253357