Saturday, Sept. 18th, 9:30am-2:30 pm, '“What Stands Between Us? Understanding Racism in America and the Mohawk Valley” racial justice workshop, Unitarian Universalist Church of Utica 10 Higby Road, Utica (outside under a tent). The workshop will be led by Mr. Patrick Johnson, a long time leader in racial justice and community building in Utica. Patrick founded Hoops and Dreams and New Life Institute in Utica, both important programs and organizations in the community with the mission to empower and rebuild Black America. He serves as the District Attorney’s Community Liaison with gang members and individuals who are at risk of lives in violence. The workshop will begin at 9:30 and run to approximately 2:30 with an hour break for lunch at noon. A simple lunch will be provided. Those interested in attending are welcome to register by emailing office@uuutica.org.