Black History Month; Peace Walk, Open Mic & Chess
In honor of Black History Month, Guns Down Power Up and the Opelousas Museum are teaming up for a day dedicated to peace, creative expression and youth. The event showcases the work of Guns Down Power Up, an Opelousas Organization that strives to transform neighborhoods into communities by developing children’s minds. The public is invited to observe and participate in the activities on Saturday, February 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
PEACE WALK: At 11 am participants gather at the St. Landry Parish Courthouse with inspiring speeches by city and parish officials and Guns Down founder Eric Williams. The walk will go from the Courthouse to the Opelousas Museum.
MUSEUM ACTIVITIES: Peace Walkers will arrive at the Opelousas Museum for refreshments and activities. Open Mic begins at 1 p.m. with a featured performer. All youth and adults are invited to share poems, stories and songs to celebrate Black History Month and community harmony. Also, Guns Down Power Up will pull out the chess boards for games of strategy and wisdom. All activities relieve stress and promote fellowship.
We seek partners for this event. To donate or become a partner or volunteer, contact event coordinators Eric Williams or Patrice Melnick. The Museum is located at 315 N. Main St.
For Black History Month, join us to walk, speak and play—for peace.
FMI: Eric Williams, 337-401-2545; gunsdownpowerup@gmail.com
Patrice Melnick 337-948-2589; museum@cityofopelousas.com
