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Projects & programs Announced at Celebration featuring Motown Legend Martha Reeves Sun., Feb. 26 at the International Institute of Detroit
DETROIT, MI – Mello-D’s “Youth Under Construction” (MDYUC) is proud to announce a series of programs with the International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit (IIMD). The IIMD was founded in 1919 and, since its beginning, has been a key nonprofit agency in the Detroit metropolitan area. They offer ethnic enrichment presentations, diversity workshops, mentoring programs, citizenship assistance and also partners with Detroit public schools. Thousands of students are served by them. Enter MDYUC, musical program creators. The IIMD is looking forward to partnering with MDYUC to provide programs that will be offered to metro Detroit schoolchildren on a regular basis as part of a larger after-school initiative. Parents are encouraged to enroll their aspiring performing artists in the upcoming programs.
Kristin Kelley, of IIMD recognizes that “the mission of Youth Under Construction is not unlike our own. We hope to capitalize on the similarity of our missions to better serve the Detroit community. Both the IIMD and Youth Under Construction have consistently received positive responses from community leaders, educators and students; we are confident that together we can accomplish even more.”
This MDYUC-IIMD partnership was announced at the following event:
The African Market Place- A Celebration of the African American History Month
Sunday, February 26, 2006, 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
at International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit, 111 East Kirby, Detroit (at the Northwest corner of East Kirby and John R, just North of the Detroit Institute of the Arts).
Guest performing celebrities included Motown legend Detroit Councilwoman Ms. Martha Reeves, MDYUC and others. The performers showcased their talents and their contribution to the beauty of the African American culture. All were honored by the International Institute.
For a complete schedule and more information, CLICK HERE>>>
Ms. Martha Reeves, who played a major role in the creation of the internationally-famous Motown sound. Ms. Reeves said: “Beginning in 1961, I represented the City of Detroit for the Motown sound which has become famous all over the world. I am a product of public schools, and after 44 years in show business, I believe education is the key to success. Thank God for organizations like International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit that encourage our fellow citizens!” Ms. Reeves has played a very positive role in African American history.
EVENT SCHEDULE- Sunday, February 26, 2006, 11 am - 9 pm
11:00 - 11:30 am
Lola Charles
Stories Told with a Special Touch
11:30 - 11:45 am
Wendy's & Franchesca's School of Dance Arts
Directed by Wendy Morris
11:45 - 12:15 pm
The Omawala Cultural Society
Directed by Kahemba Keita
12:15 - 12:45 pm
The Guest Stars
Featuring Pamela Fuller, Robin Pierce and Rhonda Pierce
Positive Motivational Performance- Motown Style!
12:45 - 1:15 pm
Earl Wheeler, The Griot
1:15 - 1:45 pm
Inner City Sub Center- Directed by Paul Taylor
Youth drummers and dancers
1:45 - 2:15 pm
Conja Wright, storyteller
2:15 - 5:30 pm
PRIVATE CELEBRATION (not open to public):
Please relocate to other areas in the building*
5:30 - 6:00 pm
Gospel Truth- Reverend Willie McFall Sr.
The beauty of the Gospel mixing America with Africa
6:00 - 6:30 pm
African Fashion Show- Directed by Demy Oloruncula
Traditional attire from every corner of Africa
6:30 - 7:00 pm
Cody's Dance Co.- Directed by Sharon Freed
Bringing you Africa from Detroit
7:00 - 7:30 pm
Martha Reeves, The Sound of Motown
7:30 - 8:00 pm
Youth Under Construction- Positive Pop with Attitude!
Directed by Mello-D & Lisa Sawicki
8:00 - 8:30 pm
Tropical Mix- Directed by Nigel John
Steel drummers and dancers from Africa through the Tropical Islands
8:30 - 9:00 pm
Jazzeray- featuring Joan Crawford and Ping Spells
*FOOD AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ON LOWER LEVEL
International Mini-Cafe Prempal Singh (owner) 11 am - 9 pm
Lynda White, creator of the ARK youth Non-violence program, believes youth programs play an important part in the development of young adults. She has two children, Jessica, 11 and Jordan, 7, that participated in the Youth Under Construction Show Zone program last year. Ms. White states: “It is known that between the hours of 3 pm and 7 pm kids can come home from school and get involved in negativity, so if we catch them at that time with after school programs that are both fun and positive, then we can start to turn things around for them. When youth organizations work together they can offer a more enriching experience for the young people and really make a difference.”
Confidence. Positive programming. Improved stage presence. Performance skills-building in a comfortable atmosphere. MDYUC is currently enrolling students for the next Show Zone course and other after school programming. For more information, call 248-545-4411
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• For more about The MDYUC SHOW ZONE Performance Course- ENROLLING NOW- Get the Youth Under Construction Experience in 8 Weeks! Call 248-545-4411 or Click HERE
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