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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Turkey Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Turkey Distribution at IRIS/CSK Food Pantry on Wednesday November 26th from 8:30 to 11:00am.
URL:https://irisct.org/event/thanksgiving-turkey-distribution/
LOCATION:IRS Food Pantry\, 75 Hamilton Street\, New Haven\, CT
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251206T130000
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SUMMARY:IRIS Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:In support of immigrant and refugee communities. \nSaturday\, December 6\n1 PM to 4 PM \nFirst Presbyterian Church\n704 Whitney Ave.\nNew Haven Connecticut \nArt • Crafts • Desserts • Homemade Food • Henna and More! \nCash Only. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://irisct.org/event/iris-craft-fair/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 704 Whitney Ave\, New Haven\, CT\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251207T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T000000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Gift Drive for IRIS
DESCRIPTION:DONATIONS BEFORE DECEMBER 12TH \nWISHLIST:\nToiletries\nBedding\nPillows/Diapers\nToys/Crafts\nGames/School\nSupplies
URL:https://irisct.org/event/holiday-gift-drive-for-iris/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251214
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SUMMARY:2025 Wishing Wheels Bike Drive
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce the launch of the 2025 Wishing Wheels Bike Drive. As always\, we want to express our heartfelt appreciation for your continued dedication to the children in our community. Your compassion and hard work inspire us to keep making a difference\, one bike at a time. \nThe 2025 Wishing Wheels Bike Drive will take place on Saturday\, December 13th. As in past years\, the success of this event depends on the collaboration of partners like you. Together\, we can provide brand-new bikes and helmets to children who might not otherwise experience the joy and freedom of owning their very own bicycle. \nWe would love to partner with your organization again this year to identify children in need and make this holiday season extra special for them. \nBike Details\nThis year\, we will be offering bicycles for boys and girls ages 2 through 10\, along with a limited number of bikes for children ages 11 through 16. If your organization has older children in need\, please know that those sizes are limited\, but we will do our best to match each child with the correct bike based on age and gender. \nNext Steps\nPlease reply to this email at your earliest convenience to confirm your participation in the 2025 Wishing Wheels Bike Drive. In your response\, include an estimated timeframe for providing your initial list of children. Please exclude those who received bikes last year unless they have since outgrown them. Each list should include the child’s gender and age\, and\, if possible\, first name. \nSponsorship Support Needed\nAlthough we are fortunate to have hundreds of individual donors\, the success of this event depends significantly on the generosity of our sponsors. We have attached a sponsorship letter that you can share with businesses\, individuals\, or partners who may be interested in supporting the event. If you have existing sponsor relationships\, we would be so grateful if you could help us connect with them and share this meaningful opportunity. \nIf you have any questions\, please do not hesitate to reach out by email or phone at (203) 871-9896. We truly look forward to working with you again to bring joy\, smiles\, and the gift of two wheels to children throughout our community. \nWith gratitude\, \nThe DellaVentura Family and The Wishing Wheels Team
URL:https://irisct.org/event/2025-wishing-wheels-bike-drive/
LOCATION:Guilford Fair Grounds\, 111 Lovers Lane\, Guilford\, CT\, 06437
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260203T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T201114Z
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SUMMARY:NEXT Client & Community Update Feb. 3 @ 6pm
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://irisct.org/event/next-client-community-update-zoom-session/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20250208T160408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T181839Z
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SUMMARY:Run for Refugees & All Immigrants
DESCRIPTION:See Event Page
URL:https://irisct.org/event/run-for-refugees-all-immigrants/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260220T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260204T200929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T200929Z
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SUMMARY:Protecting Our Children From Ice Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://irisct.org/event/protecting-our-children-from-ice-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260223T195935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T195935Z
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SUMMARY:URGENT Community Update Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://irisct.org/event/urgent-community-update-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260306T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260306T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260210T175516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T203537Z
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SUMMARY:International Women's Day 2026 at Yale
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://irisct.org/event/international-womens-day-2026-at-yale/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260309T160713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T160713Z
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SUMMARY:45the Annual CAACE Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Connecticut Association for Adult & Continuing Education Conference March 12013\nMystic Marriott Hotel & Spa – Groton
URL:https://irisct.org/event/45the-annual-caace-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260315T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260315T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260309T160954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T160954Z
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SUMMARY:Rock This Democracy Symposium
DESCRIPTION:One Year Anniversary – FREE ADMISSION
URL:https://irisct.org/event/rock-this-democracy-symposium/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260317T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260317T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260306T164920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T170909Z
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SUMMARY:Legislative Breakfast with IRIS
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a breakfast & discussion supporting immigration.
URL:https://irisct.org/event/legislative-breakfast-with-iris/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260325T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260325T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260313T163052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T164035Z
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SUMMARY:Know Your Rights Discussion Panel
DESCRIPTION:March 25\, 2026 – with IRIS Executive Director\, Maggie Mitchell Salem
URL:https://irisct.org/event/know-your-rights-discussion-panel/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260326T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260326T200000
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SUMMARY:9th Annual Yale Refugee Health Conference
DESCRIPTION:PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH OF REFUGEES AND IMMIGRANTS:\nFrom Policy to Practice\nThursday\, March 26\, 2026 | 5:30 – 8 PM\nHope Memorial Building\, Room 110\n315 Cedar St\, New Haven\, CT \nDinner provided for those registered by March 24th \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://irisct.org/event/9th-annual-yale-refugee-health-conference/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260329
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260313T163247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T163547Z
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SUMMARY:No Kings Rally
DESCRIPTION:on the New Haven Green!
URL:https://irisct.org/event/no-kings-rally/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260413T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260413T193000
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SUMMARY:HEAL Speaker Panel
DESCRIPTION:Local is Global: Supporting the Health of Refugee and Immigrant Communities Across New Haven \nIntegrated Refugee & Immigrant Services (IRIS) will participate in a speaker panel hosted by the Health Equity and Anti-Colonial Liberation (HEAL) Coalition at Yale University. This event\, held during National Public Health Week\, brings together professionals working with refugee and immigrant communities to share their experiences and explore the intersection of public health\, social justice\, and human rights. \nWinslow Auditorium\, Yale School of Public Health\n60 College Street\, New Haven\, CT\n\nThe panel will feature speakers from local organizations and institutions engaged in refugee and immigrant health work. The event is designed to foster dialogue with students and faculty and encourage engagement in advocacy and public health initiatives. Dinner will be provided\, and attendees can register via QR code or online link.\n\nIRIS will be represented by Rona Rohbar\, who will share insights from her work supporting refugee and immigrant communities\, including her professional journey and experiences in the field.
URL:https://irisct.org/event/heal-speaker-panel/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T163000
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260331T163332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T223141Z
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SUMMARY:Yale Student Environmental Coalition Earth Fest 2026 
DESCRIPTION:Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services (IRIS) will participate in Earth Fest 2026\, organized by the Yale Student Environmental Coalition (YSEC)\, a vibrant Earth Day celebration bringing together students\, faculty\, and community organizations. The event highlights initiatives that support a more sustainable and equitable future\, while creating space for community engagement\, education\, and collaboration.  \nApril 18\, 2026 @ 1:30–4:30 PM\nYale University Cross Campus 120 High Street\, New Haven\, CT 06511  \nEarth Fest is a large-scale outdoor event featuring student organizations\, nonprofits\, businesses\, live music\, and interactive activities. The event is expected to draw a broad audience from the Yale and New Haven community and provides an opportunity for organizations to share their work\, connect with attendees\, and promote community-driven initiatives.  \nIRIS will host a table at the event\, engaging with attendees and sharing information about programs and services that support refugees and immigrants in Connecticut. IRIS staff will also highlight opportunities for community involvement and ways to support immigrant and refugee communities. 
URL:https://irisct.org/event/yale-student-environmental-coalition-earth-fest-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260420T183057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T183333Z
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SUMMARY:Community Immigration Update
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to learn more about recent updates regarding the revetting process and the administration’s lawsuit against New Haven as a sanctuary city. As always\, interpretation rooms will be provided in a number of different languages. \nJOIN HERE
URL:https://irisct.org/event/community-immigration-update/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260423T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260331T162219Z
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SUMMARY:Immigrant Day at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Honoring immigrants whose leadership\, resilience\, and\ncontributions enrich the State of Connecticut. \nApril 23\, 2026\n3:00 PM-5:00 PM \nState Capitol\, 210 Capitol Avenue\, Room 310\, Hartford\, CT  \nIntegrated Refugee & Immigrant Services (IRIS) will participate in Immigrant Day at the Capitol\, a statewide event that brings together community members\, advocates\, and organizations to celebrate the contributions of immigrants across Connecticut. The event will highlight stories of resilience\, leadership\, and community impact while providing an opportunity for attendees to engage with policymakers and partner organizations working to support immigrant communities.  \nThe event will include remarks from public officials\, community leaders\, and honored guests\, as well as opportunities for networking and civic engagement. The program recognizes immigrants whose contributions enrich the state of Connecticut. 
URL:https://irisct.org/event/immigrant-day-at-the-capitol/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260424T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260424T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260331T163808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T202540Z
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SUMMARY:Rock Voices – West Hartford Spring 2026 Concert
DESCRIPTION:Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services (IRIS) will participate in the Rock Voices Spring 2026 Concert\, a community performance event hosted by Rock Voices\, America’s Community Rock Chorus. This concert will serve as a fundraiser supporting IRIS programs and services. The event brings together community members through music while raising awareness and support for refugee and immigrant communities.  \nApril 24\, 2026 @ 7:30 PM\nTrinity on Main\, New Britain\, CT  \nThe concert will feature a large community chorus performing classic and modern rock and pop songs accompanied by a live band. Community members are invited to attend and support IRIS through this engaging and family-friendly event.  \nIRIS representatives will attend the event\, engage with attendees\, and share information about IRIS services and impact. 
URL:https://irisct.org/event/rock-voices-west-hartford-spring-2026-concert/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260425T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260331T162623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T162623Z
UID:34941-1777104000-1777118400@irisct.org
SUMMARY:Connecticut Foodshare Walk Against Hunger
DESCRIPTION:Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services (IRIS) will participate in the Connecticut Foodshare Walk Against Hunger\, a statewide community event dedicated to raising awareness and funds to combat food insecurity. The event brings together individuals\, families\, and organizations committed to supporting access to food and essential resources for communities across Connecticut.  \nApril 25\, 2026 @ 8:00 AM – registration\, 10 AM – walk begins  \nLocation: Dunkin’ Park\, 1214 Main Street\, Hartford\, CT  \nEvent Information: Registration begins at 8:00 AM\, and the walk begins at 10:00 AM. Participants are encouraged to join teams\, fundraise\, and support local food programs. Proceeds from IRIS participation will support food pantry efforts and services for clients. 
URL:https://irisct.org/event/connecticut-foodshare-walk-against-hunger/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTSTAMP:20260425T164413
CREATED:20260410T193537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T183820Z
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SUMMARY:America 250
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 3\, 2026 11AM – New Haven \nContribute to our 250 Immigrant Stories Project!\nSubmit a Logo Design to our Run For Refugees 20th Anniversary Logo Design Contest!
URL:https://irisct.org/event/america-250/
LOCATION:Parish House of the United Church on the Green\, 323 Temple Street\, New Haven\, CT\, 06510
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