Unity Community Center and the historic Strand Theatre in Delaware, Ohio joined forces to bring a series of movies to Delaware that focused on stories of everyday people who have struggled and found ways to cope and thrive. When discussing what to do for Black History Month, volunteers at Unity Community Center wanted to find new stories to share. These movies were all based on true stories about real people. “These are people from our communities who are triumphing and who are inspiring. We welcome the opportunity to have conversations about their impact,” said Lonny Ransaw, vice president of Unity Community Center’s board.

The movies included: The Burial; Loving; Sound of Hope — The Story of Possum Trot, followed by a panel discussion; 4 Little Girls; and My Name is Pauli Murray.

The Center and the Strand Theatre want to thank all of the volunteers and sponsors for their support. And a big THANK YOU to the community who came out in big numbers and in some very cold February weather to watch the movies and to support the panel discussion.

Thank you to the following participants: Kelley Hubbard; Carmen Dockins; Carlos Crawford, Public Defender; Dr. Chad Johns; Jason Timpson; Memphis Wilson; Pastor Kevin Burrows; Pastor Sam Rosa; Lynn Stacy, MSCJ, MACM; Rev. Dr. Kary Williams, Jr.; and Judge David Hejmanowski.

And with great appreciation, we thank our financial supporters: First Presbyterian Church, Delaware Police Department, Asbury United Methodist Church, Melissa Schiffel Delaware County Prosecutor’s Office, Ohio Wesleyan University, Unity Community Center Mahjong Players, Delaware County Job and Family Services, Zion AME Church, Vision Worship Center, Delaware Christian Church, Delaware County District Library, Hope in a Box, and Agape International Cathedral.