News & Events
Upcoming Events
Book Talk with Roberto Lovato,
Author of Unforgetting
Hosted by Arlington-Teosinte Sister City Project
Zoom
Thursday, February 3, 2022
7:30 pm to 8:30 pm ET
The Arlington-Teosinte Sister City Project will host a virtual book talk with journalist Roberto Lovato, author of Unforgetting, which weaves his Salvadoran father's personal history with that of the immigration crisis in both El Salvador and the US. Spanish interpretation will be available. The event will be hosted on Zoom.
Please register in advance at https://bit.ly/LovatoBookTalk.
Dance for Dignity
A Benefit for Local Immigrants
New date to be announced!
First Parish, 630 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington, MA
Come join your friends and neighbors for an evening of great music, dancing and comradery, while benefiting those seeking refuge in local communities. Featuring the highly danceable music of Stanley and the Undercovers!
Get details and buy tickets or sponsorships here.
In the News
Arlington Volunteers Recognized for Supporting Asylum Seekers
Arlington Advocate
November 18, 2019
Eric Segal and Linnea Olsson accepted the award for outstanding community service from the Refugee Immigration Ministry on behalf of ArCS Cluster.
Gifts of Hope: The Arlington Food Pantry connects with asylum seekers
Arlington Advocate
December 18, 2018
Local Group Expands Support for Refugees
American Towns
November 13, 2018
Walk for Refugees set for June 24
Jun 20, 2018
Volunteers help refugees ease into life in new land
Apr 26, 2018
New group supports transition for asylum seekers in Cambridge
Wicked Local Cambridge
Feb 13, 2018
Arlington Residents Form Group to Help Asylum Seekers
Wicked Local Arlington
Jan 24, 2018
Immigration: The Story of Us All
WEBN-TV Boston
This WEBN special report about the difficulties faced by asylum seekers includes an interview with ArCS Cluster co-founder Eric Segal (go to minute 13).
Press Releases
Local Group Offers New Program for Refugees
November 13, 2018
Pledge Walk to Support Local Refugees in Arlington, Cambridge and Somerville
Jun 18, 2018