Identity Mural by Philadelphia’s Youth Generation

Posted by on August 27, 2004

Hey Friends of MYX: Multicultural Youth eXchange!

Support diversity by joining us and leaders in the arts, business and non-profit communities for the second annual painting of:

Y PHILLY – An Identity Mural by Philadelphia’s Youth Generation

http://www.myxworld.org/gallery/yphilly04.php

WHEN
Friday, September 10, 2004
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

WHERE
MYX Gallery, 110 Church Street, Old City, Philadelphia
(located one block north of Market St. between Front and 2nd Sts.)

WHAT
MYX: Multicultural Youth eXchange is inviting all Philadelphians between the ages of 9 – 24 to capture the spirit of their city and youth culture through the creation of an original identity mural.

In 2005, the Y PHILLY mural will be presented as a gift to the people of TEL AVIV, Israel.

No particular artistic skills are required – just an interest in expressing yourself on canvas with images or words. Art supplies will be provided at the gallery but feel free to bring your own.

Everyone else is invited to enjoy the party!

CO-SPONSORED by
*The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia
*The Consulate General of Israel in Philadelphia
*Philadelphia Weekly

WHAT ELSE
GOOD FOOD courtesy of
*Caf? Rx

GOOD DRINK courtesy of
*Elliott’s Amazing Juices & Drinks
*Yards Brewing Company

GOOD FUN – enjoy the atmosphere of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival while making friends and supporting diversity.

*MURAL PAINTING KICKOFF with the Israeli Performers of Neighbors

*PAINT YOUR OWN T-SHIRT

*ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT RAFFLE. Including fun and fabulous prizes courtesy of Camden Riversharks, Philadelphia 76ers, Arden Theatre, 1812 Productions, Nat’l Museum of American Jewish History, Mum Puppet Theatre, Painted Bride, Philadelphia Phantoms, Interact Theatre Company, Philadelphia Opera Company, Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia Flyers, Annenberg Center, Philadelphia Eagles, Kimmel Center (list as of 8/30/04)

Tickets are $1 each or seven for $5. You DO NOT have to be present to win.

HOW MUCH
Admission Free. Unlimited food and beverage with a
$10 contribution (guests 21 and over)
$5 contribution (guests under 21)
Proceeds benefit MYX
SPECIAL THANKS

*The Paul Kircher Show
*Northern Liberty Press
*I-SITE, Inc.
*Culture Quest
*The American-Israeli Partnership for the Arts
*The Philadelphia Fringe Festival

Bring your family! Bring your friends! Bring your students!…and support diversity!

See you there!

Josette Bonafino and Ian Cross
Co-founders

Questions? Call Josette at 215-923-1415 ext. 1 or email josette@myxworld.org

To find out more about MYX, just check out our website at http://www.myxworld.org