"As NOT seen on T.V."--A benefit for Common Ground Relief of New Orleans
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Come out for an evening of music, food, film, and information in an effort to raise money and awareness about Common Ground Relief and the struggle that continues in the Gulf Coast region.
What: Benefit show, film screening, and photo presentation about Common Ground and its relief efforts and struggles in the Gulf Coast Region presented by Rochester Indymedia, Social Action Network of RIT, and local activists who spent time in New Orleans aiding Common Ground
When: Sunday, May 20th, 5:30PM to 9:45PM
Where: St. Joseph’s House of Hospitality located at 402 South Avenue
Cost: $7 – No one turned away for lack of funds. All proceeds go to Common Ground Relief
Wheelchair Accessible
Schedule:
5:30PM: Doors Open
5:45PM: Music Starts (Tim Avery (folk), Break the Glass (indie rock), Syntax and Paradox (hip hop), more TBA)
8:00PM to 8:15PM: Rochester Food Not Bombs will serve a meal. (Everyone is encouraged to help prepare and cook food.) Shannon Holcombe will be sharing a photo presentation of her experiences while volunteering with Common Ground Relief.
8:15PM to 9:15PM: Documentary Screening of Welcome to New Orleans
9:15PM to 9:45PM: Discussion about the film, Common Ground, and action to take next
Read the press release here. Also check out New Orleans Indymedia, Common Ground Relief, and Common Ground Health Clinic.