Join THRIVE EAST BAY for a
special GET-OUT-THE-VOTE and TRANSFORM-OUR-DEMOCRACY Sunday
gathering - CIVICS & SOUL - featuring the luminous & legendary
singer-songwriter JENNIFER JOHNS, the heart-opening THRIVE CHOIR,
and an inspired community working to heal & transform our world.
At a moment when our democracy faces its darkest hour, WE HAVE THE
POWER TO ELECT A NEW FUTURE, BUT ONLY IF WE SHOW UP AND LET OURSELVES
BE HEARD. Given the state of our politics, how do we participate at
the polls and in our communities with the fullness of our hearts and
values? How can we vote & stand up together to unleash unimaginable
possibilities? On the eve of the 2020 California primary and
SuperTuesday, LET'S GATHER TO REMEMBER THE SOUL OF DEMOCRACY AND
ENERGIZE THE RISING GROUNDSWELL OF HOPE AND RADICAL CHANGE.
WHAT: THRIVE EAST BAY is a community that brings people together at
the intersections of belonging, meaning, the arts, and social change.
THRIVE SUNDAYS are an opportunity to connect with a diverse and
inspiring group of people; to be uplifted by music, singing, poetry,
and story; and to experience the transformative power of community in
service to a just and flourishing world.
WHEN: Sunday, March 1 from 4 - 6pm (please arrive on time!)
Food & Connecting from 6 - 7pm
WHERE: First Congregational Church of OAKLAND (walkable from 19th
Street Bart station) 2501 Harrison Street
OAKLAND, CA 94612 (This venue is
wheelchair accessible.)
CO-HOSTS: Sunshine Michelle Coleman & Aryeh Shell
GUEST ARTIST & SPEAKER: JENNIFER JOHNS creates sounds and
experiences that are sure to stir your soul, inspire your mind and
move your body. This powerhouse vocalist, songwriter and producer
vacillates between soul, hip hop, afro beat, dancehall, rock, reggae,
deep house and more. Rocking stages from Denver to Dusseldorf, Los
Angeles to London, Kuala Lumpur to Kampala - Jennifer has shared
line ups with some of the best in the business including the likes of
Ms. Lauryn Hill, The Black Eyed Peas, Mos Def, Capelton, Ziggy Marley,
Gil Scott Heron, Wyclef, Les Nubian, De La Soul and Common to name
just a few. With an intention to leverage her art for social
movements, she has also found herself sharing stages with thought
leaders like Van Jones, Dr. Michael Beckwith, Phaedra Ellis Lampkins,
Malkiya Cyril, Shawn Ginwright and more. Over the last 8
years, Jennifer has has become a Green For All Fellow, a BoldFood
Fellow, the Artist in Residence at Food First, the First Artist in
Residence at Langston Hughes Center for Performing Arts Institute, and
a Kapor Foundation Grantee two times over for her video journal on
sustainability and poverty called Go Liv. In February of
2016, Jennifer began a journey called The F.U.N. Manifesto to ask
people about their ideas of freedom. What was meant to be a three week
trip became a 10 month odyssey that ultimately produced Jennifer’s
first official release in nearly 10 years, AZANIA.
THRIVE CHOIR: The THRIVE CHOIR was born to sing music for the
revolution. They are a diverse group of vocalists, artists, activists,
educators, healers, and community organizers based in OAKLAND,
California. Their heartfelt and soul-stirring original music is a
fusion of gospel, soul, and folk.
COST: Tickets are sliding scale $10 - $20. No one turned away for
lack of funds.
TICKETS: Purchase a ticket here on Eventbrite.
INVITE A FRIEND: Please feel free to invite your family and friends,
and INVITE FOLKS ON FACEBOOK HERE
[https://www.facebook.com/events/500278060924656/].
FOOD: Please bring a vegan dish or snack to share with others during
the social hour following the program.
CHILDCARE: Little ones to participate in our childcare offered for
free during the event. Reservations are required so we can plan
accordingly. IF YOU WOULD LIKE A SPOT FOR YOUR CHILD OR
CHILDREN, PLEASE RSVP at team@thriveeastbay.org.
VOLUNTEERS: We are seeking volunteers to help with the set-up and
break-down of this event. If you are available to arrive early or stay
late, please let US know at team@thriveeastbay.org.
We look forward to seeing you!
In partnership, the Thrive East Bay Team
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