This is an intergenerational/multicultural arts celebration scheduled on October 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Fresno City College to honor the legacy of elders in our communities.
This one-day event will foster connections between generations through various artistic expressions, including storytelling, music, dance, and visual arts that highlight California's Central Valley.
Highlights of the event include:
- Choreographed multicultural drumming and dance/song performances featuring community artists and educators.
- Renowned Indigenous artist Bobby Von Martin will present portraits of honored elders and share his personal stories from the Central Valley.
- Featured speakers include Ashley M. Jones, the first African American and youngest Poet Laureate of Alabama, and Ernestine Wyatt, the great-niece of Harriet Tubman, discussing resilience and empowerment.
- High school seniors from the Central Valley will submit artwork, with top selections featured at the event and scholarship awards given.