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This month we join friends across the country in celebrating the diverse cultures, traditions, and histories that make our communities stronger. We may not all speak the same languages, but we all share a love for our families and a desire to make our communities better.


WHERE TO CELEBRATE WITH US THIS MONTH

JUNE

15

Lancaster PRIDE
12-6 PM
Lancaster Convention Center

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JUNE

20

Ten Thousand Villages Fundraiser
June 20-23
Kitchen Kettle Village

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JUNE

20

Coffee for CWS Lancaster

Amanita Cafe
Endo Cafe

JUNE

20

World Refugee Day Interfaith Service
7:30 PM
Saint James Episcopal Church

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JUNE

19


Honor Juneteenth at a local celebration!

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JUNE

22

Spanish Book Club: It Would Be Night in Caracas
3-5 PM
Lancaster Public Library

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World Refugee Day Interfaith Service
Saint James Episcopal Church
June 20 | 5-8:30pm

Join Church World Service Lancaster and Saint James on June 20, World Refugee Day, for Dinner for a Difference and an interfaith service as we stand in solidarity with the more than 110 million displaced people worldwide who have been forced to flee their homes.

Dinner for a Difference with members of CWS Lancaster's New Neighbors Speakers Bureau $35 pp, registration required.

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Unique Lancaster Experiences: International Food Tour
June 1-28

Eat delicious culturally diverse cuisine from around the world on a walking tour in Lancaster while supporting CWS Lancaster! Make sure to answer CWS Lancaster in the “How did you hear about us?” question at checkout for your ticket to benefit CWS Lancaster.

Eligible dates & times: Saturday, June 1st, 2024 10am or 12:30pm
Friday, June 7th, 2024 12:30pm or  4pm
Saturday, June 8th, 2024 4pm
Tuesday, June 11th, 2024 at 12:30pm 
Saturday, June 15th, 2024 at 12:30pm
Tuesday, June 18th, 2024 at 12:30pm
Tuesday, June 25th, 2024 at 12:30pm
Friday, June 28th, 2024 at 12:30pm 

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World Refugee Day is recognized globally on June 20 each year and shines a light on the rights, needs, and dreams of people who have been forced to flee their homes. Together, we can champion the right to seek safety, build communities of belonging, and advocate for just immigration and refugee resettlement policies rooted in compassion and humanity.
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Play along to learn!

We've collected a list of fun, family-friendly activities to do throughout the month of June to celebrate,  support, and learn about the contributions of our immigrant and refugee neighbors.

Complete 5+ activities and submit your information to be entered to win a prize!

Submit In-Person

Lancaster Sweet Shoppe
141 N Duke St
Lancaster, PA 17602

Submit Online

Snap a photo of your completed card and upload it using the button below.


Play along to learn!

We've collected a list of fun, family-friendly activities to do throughout the month of June to celebrate,  support, and learn about the contributions of our immigrant and refugee neighbors. For more information and resources on each activity click the corresponding box below.

 

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For more than 35 years, CWS Lancaster has welcomed refugees, immigrants, and asylum-seekers from around the world to our beautiful county.
Through partnerships with individuals, faith groups, & community organizations, we empower our newest neighbors to build new lives in peace and security through up to five years of service and support.

empower. partner. welcome.


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