The next Black & Green Wednesday meeting of Gateway Greens and the Universal African People's Organization will focus on how climate change is affecting Missouri.

Climate issues are plaguing our planet. Effects already being experienced in Missouri include extreme weather, flooding, heat, drought and associated agricultural problems. What steps can be taken through legislation and direct action to lessen climate change locally? To learn more and to join the discussion about this critical topic please join us on July 5.

The speakers at Wednesday's forum are:

• Ross Hunt, MO Clean Energy Coalition
• Henry Robertson, Environmental Law Center
• Michael Berg, Sierra Club
• Amber Duvall, Earth Defense Coalition
• Rev. Rodrick Burton, Near Northside Missionary Baptist Church [moderator]

Legacy Books and Café, 5249 Delmar (near Union) 63108
7:00 pm, Wednesday July 5, 2017