“Bridging the Generation Gap”
ROOTS 45th Annual Celebration Relatives of Old Timers “Bridging the Generation Gap”
In the early 1970’s an invitation went out from Arline and Letcher Yarbrough to eight couples who had been close friends for thirty years. The more recent years found them scattered and out of touch. The response was excellent and all who were still living in the Seattle area accepted the invitation. The result of that gathering was the beginning of ROOTS. ROOTS celebrates the past, present and future of NW African Americans who are contributors to the vitality of our community and are the generations of people who uphold the legacy that helped to build our neighborhoods. There is a rich history to share with all communities and particularly, with young people who can be the heritage-keepers. All are Welcome to the picnic at
ROOTS 45 th Annual Celebration –
Sunday, September 3, 2017 Time: 10am – 6pm
Location: Jimi Hendrix Park *adjacent to the Northwest African American Museum MUSIC and ACTIVITIES
Main Stage – Fantastic local vocalists/musicians with Buckshot Jazz
2nd Stage/Youth Engaged Acoustic Improv, hosted by Darnell Parker “Shut Tha Doe” Community Honorees – David Mann, Lewis Rudd and Angela Rye
ROOTS and Northwest Black Pioneers are partnering with Seattle Parks & Recreation, Seattle Department of Neighborhoods and a host of others that include: Northwest African American Museum, Black Heritage Society of WA State, Southwest Mortuary, Associated Recreation Council, Seattle Park District, and contributors at: PepsiCola, Ezell’s, Office Depot/Office Max, Ballard Auto &Vessel Licensing
