Hullonians are invited to join in the 2023 Spring Feast of Conversations later this month to learn more about the rise of hate crimes and incidents nationwide and in Massachusetts, and to launch a townwide discussion of our response to those types of events.

Sponsored by the Hull No Place for Hate Committee, Hull Lifesaving Museum, and Wellspring,

“Let’s Be Honest About Hate” takes place on Sunday, April 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Nantasket Beach Resort. The event is free.

Background information from Hull’s Police Department’s civil rights officer and from the assistant director of the New England Anti-Defamation League will set the context for the main activity, which will be small breakout group discussions.

These groups will explore why it is crucial to address hate incidents and crimes, and the impacts of doing nothing. We will talk about community standards for respect and inclusion, what our community’s standards might be, and how we – as neighbors, parents, teachers, town employees, elected officials, business owners, students, retired residents, and others – can be proactive in keeping Hull a welcoming, safe community.

Comments from participants will guide NPFH in drafting community-wide guidelines for responding to hate crimes and incidents.

NPFH hopes that this spring 2023 Feast will build on past friendships and continue to grow respect and appreciation among us.

We hope you will join the conversation!