The lyrical Brooklyn-based duo Climbing PoeTree recently blew through Fire's doors and transformed the audience with powerful words and visuals of the need to rid the world of the unnatural disaster that is social injustice. Fire thanks Climbing PoeTree and all who shared in this mind-growing and inspiring event for the second year in a row. We especially extend our thanks to The Media Arts Academy, the Arcus Center for Social Justice and Eliminating Racism And Claiming/Celebrating Equality for their financial support in bringing the duo here.

Before Climbing PoeTree, The Soul Rebels Brass Band joined Fire for a concert and Rose St. Market and discussion at Fire on the Role of the Arts in Revitalizing Community. The insight, energy, talent and enthusiasm of the artists and audience was incredible. The Rebels played hard for 90 minutes and those of you who were there know how special it was.

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Best,

Michelle S. Johnson, Executive Director