The Forum next meets on Jan. 3, 2017, with a “facilitated dialogue” led by Community Relations Executive Director Willie Ratchford “related to the officer involved shooting death of Keith Lamont Scott and the subsequent community reaction, including the ‘Letter of Commitment’ signed by over 2,000 people, and City Council’s ‘Letter To The Community.’”

No announcements were taken at today’s Christmas Party. The following were e-mailed in:

Dena Diorio sent in her Dec. 12 Board Bulletin.

Shawn Greeson sent in an announcement of a Free Leonard Peltier & No Atlantic Coastal Pipeline drop-in event on Friday, Dec. 16 from 5-9 p.m. at Common Market, 2007 Commonwealth Ave. Flier here.

Colette Forrest sent in an announcement of the Black Political Caucus Chair’s Open House to be held on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 6 p.m. at the Kappa House, 5409 Beatties Ford Rd. Details here.

Paula Brown sent in an announcement that Phillip O. Berry High School needs proctors for end-of-semester testing for 7-11:30 a.m. slots on any of four days, Tuesday, Jan. 17 through Friday, Jan. 20. To volunteer, contact Paula Brown by e-mail or 980-343-5992.