Community Performance: From Tragedy to Triumph - 400 Years (1619-2019)
2019 marks 400 years since the first slave ship arrived in Jamestown, Virginia. To honor this moment in history - and reflect on the impact still felt today - join us at the Paerdegat Library for a spectacular performance by our community members
Featuring:
- Steel pan performance by Mr. Jahlani Roberts
- Songs and skit by the Glenwood Senior Center Chorus led by Mr. Desmond Campbell
- Songs, dances, and poetry by the children of the Expressions Educational and Cultural Center led by Ms. Yanique Harris and Mr. Richard Nicholson
- Singing and choreography by the Paerdegat Teens
- Recitatal of a poem by Ms. Joan Gilbert
- Mr. Richard Nicholson, Event Coordinator
Light refreshments will be served.
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12/18/2019 10:30 am
12/18/2019 11:30 am
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Community Performance: From Tragedy to Triumph - 400 Years (1619-2019)
<p>2019 marks 400 years since the first slave ship arrived in Jamestown, Virginia. To honor this moment in history - and reflect on the impact still felt today - join us at the Paerdegat Library for a spectacular performance by our community members</p>
<p>Featuring:</p>
<ul>
<li>Steel pan performance by Mr. Jahlani Roberts</li>
<li>Songs and skit by the Glenwood Senior Center Chorus led by Mr. Desmond Campbell</li>
<li>Songs, dances, and poetry by the children of the Expressions Educational and Cultural Center led by Ms. Yanique Harris and Mr. Richard Nicholson</li>
<li>Singing and choreography by the Paerdegat Teens</li>
<li>Recitatal of a poem by Ms. Joan Gilbert</li>
<li>Mr. Richard Nicholson, Event Coordinator</li>
</ul>
<p>Light refreshments will be served.</p>
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