Week Without Violence - Block Event

315 King Street,Pottstown PA 19464

23 October, 2021

Description

Join YWCA for a Block Event on Saturday October 23rd from 11am – 3pm at 315 King St in Pottstown, PA in honor of Week Without Violence! For over 20 years, YWCA USA and associations across the country have observed a Week Without Violence during the 3rd week of October - with a common goal in mind: Together, we can end violence. The week focusses on education, awareness, issue advocacy and other activities that rally communities and inspire social change. Join YWCA for a Block Event on Saturday October 23rd from 11am – 3pm at 315 King St in Pottstown, PA in honor of Week Without Violence! The theme: Beyond Resilience: From Surviving to Thriving. Program of Events: • Unveiling of inspiring street art installation by artist Drew Montemayor • Random Acts of Culture dance performances by Tri-County area dance companies and choreographers Laura Cobbs of Visions Dance, Jessica Warchal-King of JCWK Dance, James Williams and Ashanique Monlyn of Rize Dance Program with the participation of schools, dancers and youth of all ages. • Poetry readings • A student art contest led by YEP in collaboration with local schools, students & Art Fusion • Family activities, games & face painting • Partner/vendor tables • Guest appearances by local celebrities like the Concrete Cowgirl Erin Brown – ED of the Philadelphia Urban Riding Academy – an organization with the aim of diversifying equestrian sports, reducing youth violence, preserving the legacy of the Fletcher Street Stables and instrumental in the making of the Idris Alba movie Concrete Cowboy. Take action! Join YWCA as a collaborative partner! • Connect with legislators, businesses & individuals interested in sponsoring YWCA’s WWV • Follow YWCA on social media & promote our campaigns • Invite youth of all ages to participate in the Random Act of Culture dance performance - Details to come • Invite youth in grades 5th – 12th from the Tri-County Area to participate in a WWV themed art contest led by YEP • Invite friends to donate to the Amazing Raise during the month of October • Consider peer to peer & team fundraisers • Join us on Saturday October 23 for a Block Event & bring your friends, colleagues & family FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: [email protected]