Speak Your Truth

“Speak Your Truth!” is back to support NAMI-AAC with another powerful night of local artists & citizens using their voices to get real about emotional struggles. Annapolis hip-hop legend, The Genius Child, will again be MCing the event (along with event co-founder David Idemudia) with precision balance of heart & good vibes. We're pushing to have even more speakers (speeches, poems, art, dance, acting, etc.) this year, with all participant being enrolled in a prize raffle. We will also have the option for people to submit a 500 word story for actors to read for you (as we wouldn't want anything to limit stories being shared).So far, we have the following Headlining "Truth Speakers" for the event:-Anthony LaVorgna (Local artist & mental health advocate)-Mark Peria (Local multi-media artist)-Delonte Ward (Head of BLACK Excellence & motivational speaker)-Behind the Facade Clothiers - Pop Up Shop (apparel focused on mental health awareness)-Christine Hunt (Wellness Coach & Consultant, doing some stress-relieving activities)-Laura M. Baer (Local multi-media artist)-Thomas Pearce (Local multi-media artist)-Rande "Preach" Atcherson (Poet & community activist - back again by popular demand!)-Lyndi Caruso (Center Peace Farm & Oils Make Scents, providing an array of Essential Oils to help with the good vibes)STAY TUNED FOR MORE DETAILS!!FAQsWhat are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?There is street parking around the venue. Paid lot nearby at Knighton Garage (Corner of Colonial Avenue and West Street; 410-263-7170). You can try apps like Parkingpanda.com or Spothero.com to reseverve & pay for discount parking. Consider using Uber/Lyft/Taxi to get to & from the event.How can I contact the organizer with any questions?You can do one of the following:-message us via Facebook-email the main organizer (tylercalabrese@yahoo.com)-call NAMI-AAC helpline (443-569-3493)Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?No. Electronic confirmation will suffice.Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?All ages show, but themes & language will be for a more mature audience. Need ID if you plan on drinking one of their many tasty alcoholic beverages though.