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Earth Day Fest Aimed
to Build up African Communities
By Tracey Ferdinand
Published: May 3, 2010
Beautiful weather greeted the second annual Earth Day Fest and Flea Market at Clark Park on Saturday April 17th. The event was established to encourage “self-sustaining economic development and empowerment in African communities throughout the U.S.”
Enthusiastic vendors set up tables throughout the park displaying items ranging from handbags and jewelry to household furniture and comic books. The day started off with a workshop on urban gardens and the ecosystem titled “Intro to Eco-Guerilla Gardening in the Concrete Jungle.” Throughout the day performances of blues guitar, folk music and reggae held the crowd’s attention and a wide range of activities complimented the broad variety of participants and shoppers.
Two organizations involved with the event were Uhuru Solidarity Movement and African Village Survival Initiative. If you would like more information about the African Village Survival Initiative visit www.apedf.org. The organization is currently planning a community kitchen and recording studio aimed at creating self-sufficiency within Philadelphia’s African community. Tax-deductible donations can be made or you can volunteer your time.
If you are interested in getting involved with the Uhuru Solidarity Movement, meetings are held every Thursday at 7:30 p.m.; visit www.uhurusolidarity.org for more information. Getting involved can be a worthwhile venture; the organization’s goal is to encourage self-sufficiency and determination.
It seems the success of the Earth Day event points to an exciting opportunity for change. Another exciting benefit event called “Yoga With a Purpose” is set to take place from May 2nd to May 9th. Visit www.yogawithapurpose.blogspot.com for more information.
Photo credit: Tracey Ferdinand
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