Community Events
Highway Cleanup
21/04/08 21:10
Please join Julie Rogers, candidate
for State Rep. 61st District, this Sunday, April 27 between 2-5 PM
as we clean up her adopted highway along I-94. We will meet at 2 PM
at the McDonald’s of the I-94 Galesburg exit and carpool. Bring
gloves and water…we’ll provide trash bags and lovely orange
vests.
Help make our world greener!
Help make our world greener!
UAW Rally April 17th
10/04/08 22:57
Happy Outcomes of a Great Evening!
18/03/08 19:48
I am pleased to report that the St.
Patrick's Day celebration held
last night at the Kalamazoo County Democratic Party Headquarters was a
success! County Commissioners Carolyn Alford, Robert Barnard, Leroy
Crabtree, John Nieuwenhuis and Frank Thompson served up party-goers a
traditional Irish Corn Beef and Cabbage dinner. There was a merry
mood as Democrats, old friends and some new, gathered together to
catch up and enthusiastically discuss the political scene. State
Representative Robert B. Jones came by to say hello, as well as
candidates Julie Rogers (61st House District), Phyllis Smith (63rd
House District), Richard Fuller (Co. Sheriff) and Mark Miller (KTwp
Trustee). The first great outcome!
At the end of the evening, after the totals were tallied, not only was
there success in fund raising, but there were new members joining the
KCDP - as well as several membership renewals. A second great outcome!
The third great outcome is my personal favorite. The food for the St.
Patrick's Day party was in excess, and at the end of the night the
leftovers were packed up. This morning I had the privilege of
delivering enough food to feed probably fifty people lunch at the
Ministry with Community on N. Church St. I was met by their staff and
explained the roots of the contribution to them. The contribution of
food was warmly accepted. The entire experience was amazing and I
left feeling very proud of the Kalamazoo County Blue Tiger Democrat
project.
Thank you to everyone who helped to make this event a success – and
for those of you who did not make it this time – we'll see you at the
next Kalamazoo County Democratic Party project!
Cheri Bell
last night at the Kalamazoo County Democratic Party Headquarters was a
success! County Commissioners Carolyn Alford, Robert Barnard, Leroy
Crabtree, John Nieuwenhuis and Frank Thompson served up party-goers a
traditional Irish Corn Beef and Cabbage dinner. There was a merry
mood as Democrats, old friends and some new, gathered together to
catch up and enthusiastically discuss the political scene. State
Representative Robert B. Jones came by to say hello, as well as
candidates Julie Rogers (61st House District), Phyllis Smith (63rd
House District), Richard Fuller (Co. Sheriff) and Mark Miller (KTwp
Trustee). The first great outcome!
At the end of the evening, after the totals were tallied, not only was
there success in fund raising, but there were new members joining the
KCDP - as well as several membership renewals. A second great outcome!
The third great outcome is my personal favorite. The food for the St.
Patrick's Day party was in excess, and at the end of the night the
leftovers were packed up. This morning I had the privilege of
delivering enough food to feed probably fifty people lunch at the
Ministry with Community on N. Church St. I was met by their staff and
explained the roots of the contribution to them. The contribution of
food was warmly accepted. The entire experience was amazing and I
left feeling very proud of the Kalamazoo County Blue Tiger Democrat
project.
Thank you to everyone who helped to make this event a success – and
for those of you who did not make it this time – we'll see you at the
next Kalamazoo County Democratic Party project!
Cheri Bell
Senator Stabenow to Speak at WMU on March 17
17/03/08 17:01
As part of Women's
History Month at Western Michigan University, Senator Debbie
Stabenow will speak on "Women in Politics" at the Kirsch Auditorium in the Fetzer Center on Monday
March 17th at 10:30 a.m. The talk is free and open to the public,
but seating is limited.
UPDATE: Read the Western Herald's coverage of the even here.
UPDATE: Read the Western Herald's coverage of the even here.
Please Join the KCDP on March 17th for a St. Patty's Day Fundraiser!
12/03/08 11:55
St. Patty's Day
Party: Great Time, Great Food!
The Kalamazoo County Democratic Party will be the site of the first
big Dem party of the year on Monday, March 17th, St Patrick's Day! A
St. Patrick's Day party has become a regular affair for the Dems and
this party should be the best ever and a great kick-off for the
campaign season.
What: St. Patrick's Day Party - Traditional Irish Corn Beef & Cabbage
Where: 3254 S. Westnedge Ave.
When: Monday, March 17th, 5-8pm
Who: YOU!! and our Democratic friends.
The KCDP will host a fundraiser serving traditional Irish corned beef
and cabbage on Monday, March 17th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The County
Commissioners have been asked to serve as our "Guest Chefs," so be
prepared with your appropriate compliments for each of them -- or
not. A $10.00 donation will be accepted at the door.
If you have never been to the Dem office this party will be a good
time to check it out and meet old and new friends. All are welcome
and we hope to see you. Where can you expect to get a better
traditional Irish fare?
Please call the KCDP Headquarters at 342-4217, or Cheri Bell at
217-1716 with questions or to RSVP your attendance.
An Old Irish Blessing
May love and laughter light your days,
and warm your heart and home.
May good and faithful friends be yours,
wherever you may roam.
May peace and plenty bless your world
with joy that long endures.
May all life's passing seasons
bring the best to you and yours!
The Kalamazoo County Democratic Party will be the site of the first
big Dem party of the year on Monday, March 17th, St Patrick's Day! A
St. Patrick's Day party has become a regular affair for the Dems and
this party should be the best ever and a great kick-off for the
campaign season.
What: St. Patrick's Day Party - Traditional Irish Corn Beef & Cabbage
Where: 3254 S. Westnedge Ave.
When: Monday, March 17th, 5-8pm
Who: YOU!! and our Democratic friends.
The KCDP will host a fundraiser serving traditional Irish corned beef
and cabbage on Monday, March 17th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The County
Commissioners have been asked to serve as our "Guest Chefs," so be
prepared with your appropriate compliments for each of them -- or
not. A $10.00 donation will be accepted at the door.
If you have never been to the Dem office this party will be a good
time to check it out and meet old and new friends. All are welcome
and we hope to see you. Where can you expect to get a better
traditional Irish fare?
Please call the KCDP Headquarters at 342-4217, or Cheri Bell at
217-1716 with questions or to RSVP your attendance.
An Old Irish Blessing
May love and laughter light your days,
and warm your heart and home.
May good and faithful friends be yours,
wherever you may roam.
May peace and plenty bless your world
with joy that long endures.
May all life's passing seasons
bring the best to you and yours!
Kalamazoo River Watershed Council Meeting
11/02/08 11:44
TODAY! February 11, 7pm in the
Kalamazoo Public Library
The Michigan Enviornmental Council is planning an event with the Kalamazoo River Watershed Council to make the community aware of new important water use legislation moving through Michigan. This will be a brief, informative discussion on how exactly the proposed legislation would affect Kalamazoo and the neighboring watersheds.
Plus Free Snacks
For more info contact
Sasha Acker
Michigan Environmental Council
517-487-3606
The Michigan Enviornmental Council is planning an event with the Kalamazoo River Watershed Council to make the community aware of new important water use legislation moving through Michigan. This will be a brief, informative discussion on how exactly the proposed legislation would affect Kalamazoo and the neighboring watersheds.
Plus Free Snacks
For more info contact
Sasha Acker
Michigan Environmental Council
517-487-3606
Striking Care-A-Van Drivers
14/01/08 12:36
The Teamsters are asking for Community
Activists to join them on Monday, Febuary 4th, 7pm at Kalamazoo
City Hall to keep the striking Care-A-Van workers issues in the
forefront. If you can speak at the meeting that would be great, but
if not your presence there would be appreciated.
If you have any questions please contact:
Ron Smeltzer at rsmeltz@hotmail.com
Kalamazoo City Hall
241 W. South St.
Kalamazoo, MI. 49007
*Note that do a change in City policy, there is now only one "Citizen Comments" time. It is at the end of the meeting. You have 4 minutes to speak.
If you have any questions please contact:
Ron Smeltzer at rsmeltz@hotmail.com
Kalamazoo City Hall
241 W. South St.
Kalamazoo, MI. 49007
*Note that do a change in City policy, there is now only one "Citizen Comments" time. It is at the end of the meeting. You have 4 minutes to speak.
Right to Work is Wrong
for Michigan
02/01/08 18:24
"RIGHT TO WORK IS WRONG FOR
MICHIGAN"
Saturday, January 5, 2008 at 9 a.m.
MEA HQ, 2nd Floor
5600 Portage Rd. Portage, MI. 49002
*Across from Airport, south of I-94.
*Sponsored by MI-AFL-CIO, MEA, UAW, and CTW.
Saturday, January 5, 2008 at 9 a.m.
MEA HQ, 2nd Floor
5600 Portage Rd. Portage, MI. 49002
*Across from Airport, south of I-94.
*Sponsored by MI-AFL-CIO, MEA, UAW, and CTW.
Know Your Civil Rights
28/11/07 09:16
You Are Invited.... Open to the
community
Know Your Rights While Driving, Walking or at Your Home
Hosted By: You Beautiful Black Women (YBBW)
Wednesday November 28th
7 pm - 9 pm
2302 Sangren Hall (WMU campus)
Presenters:
Craig Johnson - Black Police Officers Association
E. Dorphine Payne, Attorney
Michael Wilson - Pres. NAACP Kalamazoo Branch
Stephanie Moore - City Commissiner
Say, its late and you are driving home with some friends.
You guys are just laughing and listening to music and the next thing you know, the cops are flashing lights behind you. What do you do?
Tomorrow night, the City Commissioner along with several others will educate the campus about how to handle situations like the one mentioned above and many others.
YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS EVENT!!!
Know Your Rights While Driving, Walking or at Your Home
Hosted By: You Beautiful Black Women (YBBW)
Wednesday November 28th
7 pm - 9 pm
2302 Sangren Hall (WMU campus)
Presenters:
Craig Johnson - Black Police Officers Association
E. Dorphine Payne, Attorney
Michael Wilson - Pres. NAACP Kalamazoo Branch
Stephanie Moore - City Commissiner
Say, its late and you are driving home with some friends.
You guys are just laughing and listening to music and the next thing you know, the cops are flashing lights behind you. What do you do?
Tomorrow night, the City Commissioner along with several others will educate the campus about how to handle situations like the one mentioned above and many others.
YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS EVENT!!!
KCDP Endorses KRESA Bond Prop.
02/11/07 09:27
The Kalamazoo County
Democratic Party endorses YES vote on KRESA Bond
Proposal.
The Executive Committee at our October Third Thursday meeting, endorsed a "YES" vote for the KRESA Bond Proposal on the November 6th ballot. The motion and support to endorse a YES vote passed unanimously.
The Kalamazoo Regional Education Service Agency is made up of all the school districts in Kalamazoo County. The Bond Proposal is for .29 mills for 14 years for a new school to service the children of the County with severe disabilities and renovate the current Croyden Avenue School for early childhood programs and the Young Adult Program. The average cost is $19.58 per year for the average homeowner.
Dave Pawloski-Chair
Kalamazoo County Democratic Party
The Executive Committee at our October Third Thursday meeting, endorsed a "YES" vote for the KRESA Bond Proposal on the November 6th ballot. The motion and support to endorse a YES vote passed unanimously.
The Kalamazoo Regional Education Service Agency is made up of all the school districts in Kalamazoo County. The Bond Proposal is for .29 mills for 14 years for a new school to service the children of the County with severe disabilities and renovate the current Croyden Avenue School for early childhood programs and the Young Adult Program. The average cost is $19.58 per year for the average homeowner.
Dave Pawloski-Chair
Kalamazoo County Democratic Party
KCDP Supports KRESA Bond Proposal
30/10/07 22:22
The KCDP Executive Committee at our
October meeting, unanimously endorsed a "YES" vote for the KRESA bond proposal on the Nov. 6th
ballot.
Students Protest Sen. George's Tuition Hike at WMU
31/08/07 13:05
The Western Herald's Max Clark also has written an excellent article explaining how GOP extremists are hurting Western students.
Good Jobs Cleaner Environment
26/08/07 20:49
"Good Jobs and a Cleaner
Environment for a Better Tomorrow"
Join local lawmakers and experts in renewable energy to learn more about energizing Michigan's economy while creating jobs and reducing global warming pollution.
Wednesday, August 29th, 6:30pm
Edison Neighborhood Association
816 Washington Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Sponsored by
Blue Green Alliance
www.BlueGreenAlliance.org
Environment Michigan
www.EnvironmentMichigan.org
This event is free and open to the public.
For more information or to RSVP contact
Sue Browne: sbrowne@usw.org
Abby Rubley: arubley@environmentmichigan.org
Join local lawmakers and experts in renewable energy to learn more about energizing Michigan's economy while creating jobs and reducing global warming pollution.
Wednesday, August 29th, 6:30pm
Edison Neighborhood Association
816 Washington Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Sponsored by
Blue Green Alliance
www.BlueGreenAlliance.org
Environment Michigan
www.EnvironmentMichigan.org
This event is free and open to the public.
For more information or to RSVP contact
Sue Browne: sbrowne@usw.org
Abby Rubley: arubley@environmentmichigan.org
How Do We Get Out of Iraq?
26/08/07 20:48
"How Do We Get Out of Iraq?"
Town Hall Meeting
Tuesday, August 28th 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Kalamazoo Public Library, Van Deusen Room,
315 S. Rose St, Kalamazoo
Sponsored by
Americans Against Escalation in Iraq,
Kalamazoo Non-Violent Opponents of War,
and the Sixth Congressional District Department of Peace.
For more information contact Joe Hawver at Michigan8@IraqSummer.org.
Town Hall Meeting
Tuesday, August 28th 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Kalamazoo Public Library, Van Deusen Room,
315 S. Rose St, Kalamazoo
Sponsored by
Americans Against Escalation in Iraq,
Kalamazoo Non-Violent Opponents of War,
and the Sixth Congressional District Department of Peace.
For more information contact Joe Hawver at Michigan8@IraqSummer.org.
SEIU Healthcare Michigan Aug 16
13/08/07 17:40
Michigan Healthcare Workers Unite For
Quality Care!
On August 16, 2007 SEIU Healthcare Michigan will become the largest united voice for health care workers in the state of Michigan! Join Governor Granholm, State lawmakers, local elected officials, SEIU coalition partners and Healthcare workers in a summit to celebrate the launch of SEIU Healthcare Michigan, which will be the single largest Union Local in the state.
Workers at the bedside are coming together to help improve the quality of care our citizens receive and to have a voice in making it better in the future.
SEIU Healthcare Michigan Launch
When: 9:30am, August 16th
Where: SEIU Healthcare Michigan Headquarters 2604 4 th Street. Detroit, MI 48201
On August 16, 2007 SEIU Healthcare Michigan will become the largest united voice for health care workers in the state of Michigan! Join Governor Granholm, State lawmakers, local elected officials, SEIU coalition partners and Healthcare workers in a summit to celebrate the launch of SEIU Healthcare Michigan, which will be the single largest Union Local in the state.
Workers at the bedside are coming together to help improve the quality of care our citizens receive and to have a voice in making it better in the future.
SEIU Healthcare Michigan Launch
When: 9:30am, August 16th
Where: SEIU Healthcare Michigan Headquarters 2604 4 th Street. Detroit, MI 48201
Happy Birthday Mary Brown
06/08/07 23:09
We’re doing it again ...
Celebrating Mary Brown’s Birthday
and raising funds for the 60th District Service Office.
The DSO has been serving citizens in Kalamazoo for over 36
years
Hosted by
Sally Reames & Art Cole
Alexander & Anne Lipsey
Come and enjoy the annual
Ice Cream Social and lots of friends
Also Serving
Coffee – Tea - Cake and more Sweets
In the home of
Mary & Don Brown
1624 Grand Avenue
Friday, August 17, 2007
5-7:00 p.m.
Special Guest
State Representative Robert B. Jones
60th House District
Sponsored by
Peter Battani
Don and Mary Brown
Ron & Nancy Crowell
Rev. Kevin & Juanita Holley
Ed and Ann LaForge
Judy Markusse
Art Cole & Sally Reames
Linda Teeter
O.F.S.
* * * * * * * * * *
Suggested minimum contribution $25.00 ---RSVP not required but
requested
60th District Service Office
Juanita Holley
315 N. Burdick 269-382-4676
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Donations can be mailed or offered at the party
Social Justice Training
06/08/07 23:05
Engineering Social Justice Training
Series
DATE: Friday August 17th, 6:30-9:00PM
LOCATION: Anna Whiten Hall, KVCC Arcadia Campus
DESCRIPTION: Dave Woodward (Michigan State Director of the Center for Progressive Leadership) will present the ins and outs of political campaigns, how to run for office, how to manage campaigns, and the inside workings of campaigns.
MORE INFO: visit http://www.socialjusticemi.info or call 269.978.2063
DATE: Friday August 17th, 6:30-9:00PM
LOCATION: Anna Whiten Hall, KVCC Arcadia Campus
DESCRIPTION: Dave Woodward (Michigan State Director of the Center for Progressive Leadership) will present the ins and outs of political campaigns, how to run for office, how to manage campaigns, and the inside workings of campaigns.
MORE INFO: visit http://www.socialjusticemi.info or call 269.978.2063
Help Mothers of Hope
02/08/07 11:56
Please Help! Support The Mothers of
Hope and the Ultimate Family Reunion, Saturday, Aug. 4th!
The Mothers of Hope, the Kalamazoo Deacon's Conference and members of a local Grandparent Group are planning The Ultimate Family Reunion. This community event has been organized to serve as an alternate to the white supremacists' rally, scheduled on the same date
We have been asked to help by making contributions of food for the event! Let's show our support by helping to fill the wish list of supplies needed to make this event a success!
For more information about the Mothers of Hope and the Ultimate Family Reunion, use the link below (or cut & paste into your browser) to visit the story in the July 22nd, Kalamazoo Gazette.
http://www.mlive.com/kalamazoo/stories/index.ssf?/base/news-24/1185078096232600.xml&coll=7
I realize time is short, so please contact Cheri Bell directly at CheriLBell@aol.com and make arrangements for your contribution! See the list below this message which outlines the specific needs.
Below is our wish list:
Condiments:
6 Large Containers KETCHUP
6 Large Containers MUSTARD
6 Large Containers RELISH
30 packages of HOT DOG BUNS
30 packages of HAMBURGER BUNS
LOTS OF ICE, LOTS OF ICE, LOTS OF ICE!!! (we need to keep the coolers filled with ice)
6 Large Bags of Charcoal
30 packages of Hot Dogs (no pork) or 10 cases
300 Hamburger Patties or 10 cases
300 small bags of FRITO'S ( we plan on making "walking tacos" add cooked hamburger meat and melted cheddar cheese to Frito bag - shake it up - and go). The kids love them!
1,000 CUPS
1,500 PLASTIC FORKS
20 Watermelons (AS MANY AS WE CAN GET)
The Mothers of Hope, the Kalamazoo Deacon's Conference and members of a local Grandparent Group are planning The Ultimate Family Reunion. This community event has been organized to serve as an alternate to the white supremacists' rally, scheduled on the same date
We have been asked to help by making contributions of food for the event! Let's show our support by helping to fill the wish list of supplies needed to make this event a success!
For more information about the Mothers of Hope and the Ultimate Family Reunion, use the link below (or cut & paste into your browser) to visit the story in the July 22nd, Kalamazoo Gazette.
http://www.mlive.com/kalamazoo/stories/index.ssf?/base/news-24/1185078096232600.xml&coll=7
I realize time is short, so please contact Cheri Bell directly at CheriLBell@aol.com and make arrangements for your contribution! See the list below this message which outlines the specific needs.
Below is our wish list:
Condiments:
6 Large Containers KETCHUP
6 Large Containers MUSTARD
6 Large Containers RELISH
30 packages of HOT DOG BUNS
30 packages of HAMBURGER BUNS
LOTS OF ICE, LOTS OF ICE, LOTS OF ICE!!! (we need to keep the coolers filled with ice)
6 Large Bags of Charcoal
30 packages of Hot Dogs (no pork) or 10 cases
300 Hamburger Patties or 10 cases
300 small bags of FRITO'S ( we plan on making "walking tacos" add cooked hamburger meat and melted cheddar cheese to Frito bag - shake it up - and go). The kids love them!
1,000 CUPS
1,500 PLASTIC FORKS
20 Watermelons (AS MANY AS WE CAN GET)
Support Responsible Legislation
18/07/07 13:15
Today at the Radisson Hotel a group
called the Michigan Taxpayers Alliance (MTA) will be hosting a
"recall boot camp", using hired consultants from Wisconsin to train
interested persons in the process to recall elected officials. The
MTA is chaired by Leon Drolet. Mr. Drolet was also a leader in the
force which brought Proposal 2 - the amendment to Michigan's state
constitution and ended affirmation action. His new goal for
Michigan - scare our legislators in Lansing who have said they will
support the revenue increase created to balance Michigan's budget.
The MTA has declared that legislators who vote in favor of the
revenue increase should be recalled - and they are going out across
Michigan trying to sell their message.
Come today and stand in support of Representative Robert B. Jones as he publicly addresses the MTA about realities of Michigan's budget crisis at the Radisson Hotel at 6:30 p.m. today to demonstrate to the MTA that Kalamazoo and its voters are concerned about keeping Michigan families first. That huge, devastating cuts into education and health care are not acceptable - and that their scare tactics will not prevent us from supporting our legislatures who make responsible choices for Michigan families!
Organize in Protest today against Mr. Drolet and the MTA!
Radisson Plaza Hotel
Downtown Kalamazoo
6:30 p.m.
Come today and stand in support of Representative Robert B. Jones as he publicly addresses the MTA about realities of Michigan's budget crisis at the Radisson Hotel at 6:30 p.m. today to demonstrate to the MTA that Kalamazoo and its voters are concerned about keeping Michigan families first. That huge, devastating cuts into education and health care are not acceptable - and that their scare tactics will not prevent us from supporting our legislatures who make responsible choices for Michigan families!
Organize in Protest today against Mr. Drolet and the MTA!
Radisson Plaza Hotel
Downtown Kalamazoo
6:30 p.m.
Don't Let Them Hurt Michigan
13/07/07 12:11
An anti-tax group, who are threatening
to ruin the State of Michigan, is having a "Boot-Camp" to teach
people how to recall Representatives in Lansing who vote for any
tax increase. The boot-camp is at the Radisson Hotel at 7pm-9pm
next Wednesday the 18th. We would like to get some union leaders
and activists in the training itself and Party Activists protesting
outside. Students would be great to protest the ever increasing
rise in tuition, etc.
There will be more information to follow in the next few days. Representative Jones and the House Dem Caucus would appreciate any help you can offer.
If you have any questions, please contact Cheri Bell or Dave Kinsey or Nate Krefman
There will be more information to follow in the next few days. Representative Jones and the House Dem Caucus would appreciate any help you can offer.
If you have any questions, please contact Cheri Bell or Dave Kinsey or Nate Krefman
Diversity Celebration-July 14
01/07/07 15:26
What: 5th Annual Diversity
Celebration of Kalamazoo
When: Saturday, July 14; 12pm-8pm
Where: Mayor's Riverfront Park (251 Mills St. in Kalamazoo)
FREE ADMISSION
Activities Include: Cultural booths & Entertainment, Games & Activities for Children, and Ethnic Food for Sale
Food Vendors Include: Dragon Inn, Rasa Ria, Las Juanitas, Gallagher's, Cynthia Tyson, Shawarma King, and more...
Organizations Include: PeaceJam Foundation, League of Women Voters, Michigan Festival of Sacred Music, Borgess Health, and many more...
Activities Include: YMCA-Sponsored games for children, Children's Reading Corner, Henna Tattoos, Cultural Booths featuring many nations, World Trade Booth featuring items for sale from around the globe, etc...
Performances throughout the day by: Mike & The Elastic Waste Band, Chinese Lion Dance, Dunuya Drum & Dance, Intercontinental Dance Troupe (Polynesian), Muslim Children's Choir, Tap Dancers, Bhangra Dance Troupe (Punjabi), Mariachi Singer, Native American Storyteller, Salsa Dancers, Ujima Drum & Dance, Indo-American Dance Team, Geno Hinton Band, Yoroka SimbaJahi Reggae Band, Cathay Dance Group, Irish Dance, Dai Dance, and more!
When: Saturday, July 14; 12pm-8pm
Where: Mayor's Riverfront Park (251 Mills St. in Kalamazoo)
FREE ADMISSION
Activities Include: Cultural booths & Entertainment, Games & Activities for Children, and Ethnic Food for Sale
Food Vendors Include: Dragon Inn, Rasa Ria, Las Juanitas, Gallagher's, Cynthia Tyson, Shawarma King, and more...
Organizations Include: PeaceJam Foundation, League of Women Voters, Michigan Festival of Sacred Music, Borgess Health, and many more...
Activities Include: YMCA-Sponsored games for children, Children's Reading Corner, Henna Tattoos, Cultural Booths featuring many nations, World Trade Booth featuring items for sale from around the globe, etc...
Performances throughout the day by: Mike & The Elastic Waste Band, Chinese Lion Dance, Dunuya Drum & Dance, Intercontinental Dance Troupe (Polynesian), Muslim Children's Choir, Tap Dancers, Bhangra Dance Troupe (Punjabi), Mariachi Singer, Native American Storyteller, Salsa Dancers, Ujima Drum & Dance, Indo-American Dance Team, Geno Hinton Band, Yoroka SimbaJahi Reggae Band, Cathay Dance Group, Irish Dance, Dai Dance, and more!