INDIANAPOLIS — Families and individuals of all ages are invited for an afternoon of inspiration and cultural entertainment during “Fall Fest 2013,” presented by the African-American History Committee of The Indianapolis Public Library, on Nov. 16 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Central Library in the Clowes Auditorium, 40 E. St. Clair Street.
In support of this year’s program theme, “Lyrics of My Life: My Inspirational Song,” the event will feature a presentation by pioneering hip-hop artist MC Lyte, author of Unstoppable: Igniting the Power to Achieve Your Greatest Potential. Her message of empowerment as a life-altering agent for change is intended to help women of all ages redefine their essence through unity and truth.
MC Lyte also will honor winners of the “Slammin’ Rhymes Challenge VIII,” which provides promising poets in grades 9 – 12 an opportunity to create and give voice to their poetry. Winners will perform their works before the awards.
“Fall Fest 2013” also will feature a performance and workshop by WHHH Hot 96.3 FM hip-hop personality DJ Wrekk 1; along with performances by Christian rap artist WillStomp; spoken word artist and human beat box Tony Styx; ballet, jazz, tap and explosive hip-hop dance group Traci Urban Jamm Dance Studio; and singer and spoken word artist Nedra “Vokull” Sobule.
A grant from The Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust has established a new fund to honor Dr. Michael Twyman, who was the Trust’s founding director of grant programs-Indiana for 14 years. The Dr. Michael R. Twyman Endowment Fund will support literacy and educational programs to serve vulnerable, disadvantaged children and adults. Individuals wishing to contribute to the Dr. Michael R. Twyman Fund may do so by contacting the Library Foundation at 275-4700.
For more information about the free “Fall Fest 2013,” call 275-4099.
