Serendipity, Collage & Potpourri (SCP) Backpacking for Success Program was founded in 2004 and is a non- profit, tax exempt 501(c)(3), operating exclusively for charitable and educational purposes to have a positive impact on the communities in which we live. SCP Backpacking for Success, provides free backpacks and school supplies to Metropolitan Detroit students in need to help ensure that “No child is without the basics to succeed.”

Get your after work groove on and help encourage early childhood literacy!!!!

Rhythm, Blues & Soul
A night of good music & comedy for the cause!

Bert’s Entertainment Complex
2739 Russell St.
Eastern Market, Detroit, MI
Doors @ 7pm – Party ’til 2am
Tickets: $25.00

Featuring:
// The Sun Messengers

The Sun Messengers are an nine-piece, horn-driven R&B show-band based in Detroit. This top-notch band plays everything from Contemporary Top 40, old school Funk and Motown to Big-Band, Classic Rock and Jazz standards. The Sun Messengers have been one of the most popular groups in the Detroit area since forming in 1980. In addition to performing as a headliner, the band has backed up such artists as The Contours,The Drifters, Johnny Adams, Earl King, Martha Reeves, Sir Mack Rice, Leon Thomas and The Falcons. From 1996 to 2011 the Sun Messengers were the house band for the Detroit Pistons, performing during Piston’s home games. The band consists of a four-piece horn section, drums, bass, keyboards, guitar and female vocalist. Six of the nine members handle the vocal arrangements. Group members include Marnell Kenan, Gary Kwek, Terry Thunder, John “Screamin’ J” Douglas, Dan Mayer, John “T-Bone” Paxton, Arthur “Speq” Colden, Termon “Tipp” Hayes, and founder Rick Steiger.

Your Host for the Evening:
// Comedian Darryl Earl

As been a comedian since 1992, Darryl Earl has the ability to “Bring it“. As a native Detroiter, Darryl brings an energy and insight into everyday life that is truly a breath of fresh air. As a father of four and a husband of one, he brings audiences to tears with his stories. Darryl is a comedian for everyday people, from the workplace to the church pew; Darryl hit’s the mark on it all.

Darryl has worked with some the comedy giants such as, Cedric The Entertainer, A.J. Jamal, Mike Bonner, Akentundae, Jonathon Slocomb, only to name a few. His most recent highlight was he was selected to perform as one of Robert Townsend’s “Partners in Crime” the next generation, which has aired nationally on the Black Family Channel.

Darryl Earl has the talent of a headline performer, and has worked with many of the biggest names in the comedy world. Darryl brings a style and an attitude that makes him joy to work with.

// Additional music by DJ Art Payne

Bert’s Entertainment Complex
2739 Russell St.
Eastern Market, Detroit, MI

Doors @ 7pm – Party ’til 2am
Tickets: $25.00

Advance Tickets Available at:
Online: www.Wantickets.com/rbsoul2013

Simply Casual Clothing
19400 Livernois @ Outer Dr.
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 864-7979 or www.simplycasual.org

All proceeds from the event benefit the Backpacking for Success Program. No child should be left without the basics to succeed!

Serendipity, Collage & Potpourri Non-profit developed the Backpacking For Success Program in 2005 to assist Michigan children in need of school supplies and to help ensure that “No child is without the basics to succeed.”

SCP hosts several fundraising events to help provide backpacks and supplies for K-8 Grade students. We have adopted the following schools Bennett, Sherrill and Blackwell Elementary along with our COTS-Women & Children Shelter.

A great event for the charitable masses!

August 3rd is the 8th Annual SCP Backpack Music Festival will be held on Belle Isle, Sheds 19 & 20.

ALL AGES WELCOME!

Price of admission:

Free with the donation of a Backpack and school supplies

Without these items the cost of admission = $20.

This year we are launching our SCP Literacy for Success Program. The program is designed to promote early literacy for young children, motivate older children to read, motivate parents to read to their children.

You can support this program by bringing a new book, along with the backpacks and school supplies!!

Get Your Backpacks Ready…

Mark Your Calenders!!!!

The 7th Annual SCP/UR Backpack Music Festival will be held @ New Center Park in Detroit’s Midtown onSaturday, August 4 and Sunday, August 5, 2012 Event times for BOTH days are: Noon (12pm) to Midnight (12am) ALL AGES WELCOME!

The price of admission with the donation of a Backpack and school supplies is $10.

Without these items the cost of admission is $20.

For Children 6-12 years old, the price of admission is $5.

Children 6 and under are Free!

This year will be BIGGER than ever! Infusing the community with electronic music, visual arts, civic duty, and Detroit pride! SCP/UR-Backpacking For Success will collaborating with the founders and innovators of electronic music:

Derrick May

Eddie Fowlkes

Galaxy 2 Galaxy

Jeff Mills

Juan Atkins

Mike Banks

Terrence Parker

Timeline

John Collins

T.Linder

DJ Seoul

Stacey “Hot Waxx” Hale

Jenny LaFemme

Sporeprint

Kero & Annie Hall

Al Ester

Christa Schrupp

DJ Tone

DJ Chyll

FIT

and many other talented DJs and Artists

The FULL SCP/UR Backpack Music Festival line up will be announced shortly…

Stay tuned for upcoming event announcements! Visit out event page at www.backpackmusicfestival.com

This year is going to be different with not only a new name, but a new location!  Remember the Tastefest, the Cityfest, the great fest that would happen in the heart of Detroit’s New Center?  Well now the event will be taking place at New Center Park, in the heart of that central neighborhood.  As usual, expect good music, good food, and good times for a good cause!

Details are being organized as we speak, but expect not one, but two musical stages, one featuring several people who can only be called “Innovators” and another being hosted by SCPMichigan.org and  Underground Resistance!  It’s all about the kids, so there will be special activities just for them too.  You owe it to yourself to check this out!

August 4-5, 2012

New Center Park, Detroit, MI

Keep checking here and at www.backpackmusicfest.com for more information

The ALL NEW DETROIT MUSIC FEST (formerly the Detroit House Music Picnic)
2 Day Event for the Kids
Saturday July 30th
Sunday July 31st, 2011

FRIENDS, FAMILIES, AND DIFFERENCE MAKERS:

Bringing people together to support Detroit Students!
Music performed by Detroit’s BEST DJ’s and Live Bands for 2 whole days!

THE PRICE OF ADMISSION IS THE DONATION OF A BOOKBAG OR SCHOOL SUPPLIES – THIS IS NOT A FREE EVENT! * Any contributions or donations valued at $20 or more will be eligible for tax exemption!

Performances by:

Juan Atkins
Kenny Dixon Jr
Terrance Parker
James Pennington
John Collins
Heisenberg & Shiela
Norm Talley
T. Linder & DJ Seoul
Dan Bain
Rick Wilhite
Al Ester
Tom T
Todd Perrine
Greg Gow
Eric Johnson
Sporeprint
Kero & Annie Hall
Benjamin Hayes
Christa Schrupp
Yaminah
Nadir

& THE YOUNG DANCING MACHINE, HIMSELF – ELIJAH J !!!

Other Special Guest to To Be Announced!

A Special Aaron Carl Tribute WARMTH Performance by: DJ Chyll & Parahana

FULL LINEUP AND TIME SLOTS WILL BE AVAILABLE CLOSER TO EVENT DATES!

Massive Sound Rig and Set-Up donated by Burst Audio!!!

Amazing Face Paintings on site done by Mystical Rainbow Creations!

THIS EVENT IS BYOB/BYOF BRING YOUR DRINKS, FOOD AND DANCING SHOES TO ENJOY THE MUSIC FOR A GREAT CAUSE!

Special Thanks and Appreciation to the event sponsors:

SCP, UR/Submerge, BURST, Metr?oplex, Transmat, Paxahau, WARMTH, DTM, Bang Tech 12, Kero Logistsics, Mahogani, Vitami?n Water, G3nius, DMAUrbangroove, Mixworks, Forans-Grand Trunk Pub, Mudgies, Detroit Threads, Oslo, Garalinos Pizza, Philosophie

VERY IMPORTANT PLEASE READ:

The Detroit public school system has been ordered to close half its schools to make up for a $327 million deficit. The school closings will cause class sizes to bulge to 60.

Detroit public school graduation rate is 32%

Detroit has the highest poverty rate among 20 largest American cities and the Detroit median household income of $28,069 is the lowest among those cities.

82% High percentage of students eligible for free and reduced lunch

People reading this need to find this alarming, and unsettling enough to take ACTION.

The need has NEVER been greater – please help students in need with your contribution of a new Bookbag, An Assortment or Bundle of School Supplies, or a Monetary Donation.

* Any contributions or donations valued at $20 or more will be eligible for tax exemption!

SCP – Backpacking For Success has launched it’s new Literacy Program : Promoting the importance of recreational reading! Please donate appropriate reading material and books to keep the minds of our students active and creative!

More Details and Announcements coming soon,
Stay tuned in to SCP’s FB Group for all the updates!

Backpacks and schools supplies will be accepted and donated to the Backpacking for Success Program!

Line-Up:
Stacey Pullen
Los hermanos
James Pennington
Dan Bain
John Collins
Stacy Hale
Mike Brown
T. Linder
Kero
Sporeprint
Christa Schrupp

Food and Drinks available at New Center restaurant and bar
Reminder: This is a family event!!!
Come out, hear great music, while contributing to a fantastic cause and supporting the kids!!!

New Center Park
2998 W. Grand Boulevard (corner of Second Ave)

The Works
1846 Michigan Ave
Detroit, MI 48216

Hosted by radio personality Ramona Prater
Special Comedy Performance by Detroit Comedian Lena Green

Saturday, April 30, 2011
Doors open @ 8pm Showtime; 9:00pm
$20 @ Door

Special limited $15 advance Tickets available at

Sermans Clothing 1238 Randolph St (Dwntwn Detroit)
House of Chants 210 W. 9 Mile Rd Ferndale, MI
1917 American Bistro 19416 Livernois @ Outer Drive Det, MI

All proceeds go to help purchase backpacks and school supplies for metro Detroit kids @ Bennett, Sherrill, Maybury, Blackwell Academy, Bagley, Perry (Ypsi) and Peggy’s Place Women & Children Shelter

House & Techno for a Cause
featuring
Jeff Mills (aka The Wizard)

Friday, October 1, 2010
The Works 1846 Michigan Ave Detroit, MI 48216

3 Areas of Entertainment

Techno Room
• Jeff Mills (Axis Records) w/Special Appearance as The Wizard
• Detroit Techno Militia (2×4 Turntable Set) DJ T. Linder & DJ Seoul
• Sporeprint (Mixworks)

House Room
• DJ Jenny LaFemme
• DJ John Jammin’ Collins (UR)
• Greg Gow (Transmat)
• Dan Bain (Paxahaus)

Outdoor Patio
A.O.D. Detroit
• Vinnie Grimaldo
• Daniel Andres

Special Online Advance Tickets available @ www.wanttickets.com

Tickets also available @

House Of Chants
210 W. 9 Mile Rd • Ferndale • Michigan 48220 • 248.414.9170

Detroit Threads
10238 Joseph Campau Street • Hamtramck • Michigan 48212 • (313) 872-1777

Recordtime
27360 Gratiot Ave. • Roseville, • Michigan 48066 • (586) 775 -1550