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AWCommunity Day

March 9 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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AWCommunity Days is a quarterly event that is proudly sponsored by UPMC/UPMC Health Plan and Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD). This free family-friendly event features local vendors, artisans, performers, and themed community building activations at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center.


Join us for a day of music, art, and culture as we celebrate hip-hop in our community! Enjoy live performances from local artist like Level Up Studio, rapper, Jordan Montgomery, poetry, and more. DJ KB will be spinning the latest tracks. Discover the history and impact of hip-hop through interactive workshops and discussions with industry professionals. Indulge in delicious food from GVO Catering, shop with vendors, and connect with fellow hip-hop enthusiasts. This event is free and open to all ages and would not be possible without the support from UPMC/UPMC Health Plan and RAD. Bring your friends and family to experience the energy and creativity of hip-hop at the August Wilson African American Cultural Center!

Workshops

12:15PM-1:00PM – Hip-Hop Dance Workshop with 10K Movement
1:15PM-1:45PM – Musich Workshop with Educator, Charon Don
2:00PM-2:45PM – Art Workshop with Educator, Caleb Ferguson

Performances (Café Space)

12:00PM-12:30PM – DJ KB
12:30PM-1:00PM – Level Up Studios Dance/Dance Cypher
1:00PM-1:15PM – Storytime with The Young Dreamers Bookstore
1:15-1:30PM – DJ KB
1:30PM-2:00PM – Rap Performance with Jordan Montgomery
2:00-2:15PM – DJ KB
2:15-2:30PM – Dance Performance with Monique Michelle’

**Schedule may be subject to change