In this episode of Kankakee Valley Community Happenings, host Mike Tomano sits down with Aaron and Tocarra Robinson from the nonprofit organization Still I Rise to preview their upcoming Halloween Festival and discuss their community initiatives.
The festival, held in partnership with Good Vibes Smoke Shop, takes place this Saturday, October 24, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the parking lot at Schuyler Avenue and Kankakee. The community event offers free costumes and accessories, a complimentary lunch, a bicycle raffle, local vendors, face painting, and music.
Aaron and Tocarra also share the founding story of Still I Rise, covering their ongoing programming in youth financial literacy, arts, and entrepreneurship, as well as their direct outreach providing food, clothing, and household goods to residents in need. Additionally, Tocarra discusses her music background and her upcoming three-track EP, Plethora, scheduled for release on October 31.
To learn more, donate, or volunteer, visit still-irise.org or contact the organization at 815-414-9614.
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