This Month, Attend an event…
…at The Episcopal Church of Transfiguration, 14115 Hillcrest, on Friday, Oct. 16, at 7 p.m. That’s when you can hear Oscar-winning actor Louis Gossett speak about his recent work as an anti-racism activist. He’ll be at the church as part of the Vision Forum, a new ministry that aims to educate the public on human rights and social issues, like affordable housing, healthcare, immigration, education, the environment, drug abuse, and war. Tickets are $25 and are available at thevisionforum.org.

Or Buy an item…
… at the annual garage sale hosted by Hope Cottage Pregnancy and Adoption Center, 4209 McKinney, on Friday, Oct. 2,
from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can expect to find clothing, toys, household items, and furniture. All proceeds will benefit the center’s adoption program. 214.521.4673 or hopecottage.org.

Know of ways that neighbors can spend time, attend an event, or purchase or donate something to benefit a neighborhood nonprofit? Email your suggestion to launch@advocatemag.com.