08/24/2026
🖤💚💛❤️ Culture in the Valley returns.
Some spaces entertain us.
Some spaces restore us.
Culture in the Valley was created to do both.
Join People of Progression for our 3rd Annual Culture in the Valley—a free community celebration where culture, creativity, wellness, and connection come together.
Through live music, DJs, spoken word, dance, visual art, local vendors, food, youth activities, and healing experiences, we celebrate the richness of Black culture and the many communities of the African diaspora while welcoming neighbors from every background.
Culture has always been more than entertainment.
For generations, rhythm, movement, storytelling, art, and music have helped us celebrate joy, carry grief, strengthen identity, and stay connected to one another. When we create spaces where people feel seen, valued, and like they belong, we strengthen one of the greatest protective factors for mental health: connection.
That is why Culture in the Valley centers community wellness and su***de prevention.
We believe prevention begins long before a crisis. It begins with checking on one another. Sharing a meal. Dancing together. Supporting local artists. Laughing with neighbors. Creating spaces where young people know they belong, families build relationships, and community members are reminded they never have to carry life's burdens alone.
Healing is collective.
Culture is powerful.
Community saves lives.
📅 Saturday, September 26
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Area509 | Appleton
🎤 Live Performers
🎧 DJ KTB
🎙 Hosted by Ajamou Butler / Brother Heal the Hood
🛍 Local Vendors
🎨 Youth Activities
🍽 Food
🤝 Community Resources
Vendor and artist registration is now open! Scan the QR codes on the flyer to sign up.
This event welcomes groups, individuals, friends, or families.