504 E Locust St
Des Moines, California 50309

Fundraiser honoring Professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr. for his work exploring the American identity, and Children's Book Press founder Harriet Rohmer for her vision and legacy. Attendees will enjoy they dynamic artistry of Gregangelo and Velocity Circus, featuring whirling dervishes, contortionists and images taken from Children's Book Press' anthology, 'On My Block.' The event will close with the swirling colors and pounding rhythms of Non Stop Bhangra, a dance troupe that combines traditional Punjabi folk music with hip hop, reggae, and electronica. Former California State Senator Art Torres will serve as Master of Ceremonies.

Added by Upcoming Robot on September 16, 2010