San Geronimo Valley Community Center's International Day of Peace: Art and Music Festival

An inspiring afternoon that brings together artists, students, and community members for a celebration of creativity, connection, and peace.
Celebrate the power ofmusic, art, and communityat San Geronimo Valley Community Center’sInternational Day of Peace Art & Music Festivalon Sunday, September 20.
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This inspiring afternoon brings together artists, musicians, students, and community members for a colorful celebration of creativity, connection, and peace. The festivities kick off with a ceremonial blessing fromHenry Frank, followed by an exciting lineup of live music and art experiences throughout the Community Center. One of the afternoon’s highlights isOrquestra de Reciclados de Cateura, the internationally acclaimed youth orchestra from Paraguay whose musicians perform on remarkable instruments handmade from materials recovered from a landfill. Their repertoire ranges from classical and Paraguayan music to Latin favorites, The Beatles, Frank Sinatra, and more.
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Also taking the stage isEnriching Lives Through Music (ELM), showcasing talented young musicians from its youth music education program. Closing out the festival isAgapéSoul, led by bassist, songwriter, and producerDarryl Anders, who has performed with Tower of Power and worked with legendary Meters drummer Zigaboo Modeliste. Expect an uplifting blend ofsoul, funk, jazz, and R&Bcentered around hope, healing, and connection.
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Beyond the music, explore peace-inspired artwork fromLagunitas School students, see works from theWilliam James Association’s Prison Arts Project, and watch GreenStitch Climate Action interns create a vibrant community chalk mural connecting environmental stewardship with world peace.