The Ripple of Inclusion
65 Years, 75 Summers, 100 Years of Bev Cosby
Saturday, August 29th, 2026
2:00 to 4:00 pm
A celebration honoring local history through student film and stories of courage, community, and Camp Kum‑Ba‑Yah.
Join us for The Ripple of Inclusion: 65 Years, 75 Summers, 100 Years of Bev Cosby, a special community gathering centered around a public screening of Sydney Huffman and Adalyn Sheaffer’s award‑winning student documentary on the 1961 integration of the Camp Kum‑Ba‑Yah pools.
This powerful film, created by two longtime CKBY campers and now recognized at the state and national levels, brings to life one of the most significant moments in our camp’s history. The program will also feature reflections from former camper, counselor, and current CKBY board member Randy Nelson, along with additional community voices who will help illuminate the legacy of that historic summer.
A light, camp‑themed snack will be served, and we look forward to welcoming friends, families, and community members into this celebration of courage, history, and inclusion.
The event is free, however, seating is limited and registration is required.
2026: 65 Years Together, 75 Summers of Camp, 100 Years of Bev Cosby
1926: Bev Cosby is Born
1950: First Year of Camp
1961: Camp Pools Opened to All
From One Pool to a Revolution: Camp Kum-Ba-Yah and the Ripple of Inclusion -
Student Documentary by: Sydney Huffman & Adalyn Sheaffer
The Joy & Lynch Christian Warehouse Theatre
519 Commerce St, Lynchburg, VA 24504
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