Homecoming Schedule of EventsThursday, October 18
Green Circles NWLA Campus Tour
Featuring Markese Bryant In Partnership with Green For All & Fight For Light Markese Bryant, Green thought leader & Hip Hop artist reaches Centenary College of Louisiana and Southern University Shreveport Louisiana (SUSLA) with his empowering, timely message. The days of arguing about “making money vs. helping people” are coming to an end. College students are inspired and must be prepared to build and own socially responsible businesses that work for the betterment of their communities and the planet. CLICK HERE FOR MARKESE'S BIO UPDATED INFORMATION HERE 
COLLEGE SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS ARE FREE TO THE PUBLIC
11 AM to 12 Noon Southern University Shreveport Louisiana 3050 Doctor Martin Luther King Drive Main Campus, Science Lecture Hall 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM Centenary College of Louisiana 2911 Centenary Boulevard Whited Hall in Bynum Commons Thursday, October 18
Homecoming Kick-Off Event
artspace 710 Texas Street, 71101 7:30 to 8:00 PM – VIP Reception 8 to 10 PM – Kick-Off Party It’s time to Go Green! This is a PARTY FOR A PURPOSE showcasing Shreveport's creative and conscious artists performing live music and spoken word poetry. “Homecoming Special Guest” Markese Bryant (Hip Hop artist and You Tube sensation) will rock the mic with his song, “The Dream Reborn.” Get your advance ticket to the VIP Reception and connect with area Movers & Shakers. VIP Reception & Party: $12 in advance Kick-Off Party Only: $8 College Student with ID: $5 CLICK TO BUY TICKETS Friday, October 19
Green Circles Networking Luncheon With Markese Bryant
Pamoja Cultural Arts Center 3806 Linwood Avenue 71103 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 – Networking 12:00 to 1:00 – Lunch Program 1:00 to 1:30 – Sankofa Gardens Urban Ag Tour There are challenges and opportunities in building a Green Economy. Markese Bryant will share his transformative story – from street life in Oakland, CA to his leadership at HBCUs. Better understand what the Green sector can offer you through employment, entrepreneurship, and community building. Sankofa Vision will present its Green Circles urban agriculture demonstration model. Lunch will be served. $18 in advance | $20 at the door CLICK TO BUY TICKETS Friday, October 19
So Fresh & So Green Youth Leadership Experience!
Sankofa Gardens 1651 Tulane Avenue, 71103 5:30 to 6:00 – Check-In at Pamoja CAC (3806 Linwood Ave.) 6:00 to 8:00 PM – Youth Program This high-energy session will inspire youth and educators to activate a FRESH & GREEN mindset in the classroom, neighborhood, and at home. Youth also will discover outdoor fun. Space is limited. Light meal will be served. $5 in advance | Call To Register: (318) 230-2892 CLICK TO BUY TICKETS REGISTER HERE Saturday, October 20
Hands On The Land
Sankofa Gardens 1651 Tulane Avenue, 71103 8:00 am to 1:00 PM Roll up your sleeves and work on fall gardening projects at Sankofa Gardens and the rising Sankofa Urban Farm. You’ll gain useful tips about growing fresh food that you can take home, too! Community service groups and individual volunteers are welcomed. Many hands make light work! Wear work clothes and shoes. Light lunch will be served. No Cost REGISTER HERE Note: Special appreciation to Sankofa Vision's network partner The Center For Whole Thinking, from whom we borrowed the term "Hands on the Land." They're good and smart folks, so visit them online or when you're in Vermont. Sunday, October 21
Homecoming Meet & Greet Celebration
Sankofa Gardens 1651 Tulane Avenue, 71103 2:00 to 5:00 PM You make the difference! This festive program brings together old and new friends to celebrate the 8th Anniversary of Sankofa Gardens. You’ll enjoy presentations of art and culture – plus a FARM FRESH MEAL made possible by local growers, restaurants and culinary artists. Are you a Sankofa Gardens supporter or volunteer? Interested to get involved? Then, come on home! $8 in advance CLICK TO BUY TICKETS |
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