Hear from Beth Marschak, Richmond native, lifelong activist, historian, and co-author of the book Lesbian and Gay Richmond, as she shares the history of Richmond’s AIDS epidemic in the 1980s and 1990s through personal stories and historical context. She highlights how the community, healthcare providers, and activists responded to the crisis, showing how local experiences reflected national trends. Attendees will gain insight into the social and emotional impact of AIDS and explore lessons that remain relevant today. Registration begins Nov. 20.