Minnesota Elder Nonviolence Coalition was proud to present its youth leadership Carly & Jesse to the elder community and families at the Twin Cities Selby JazzFest held September 14th in Saint Paul, MN. 

In its 18th year, the Selby Ave. JazzFest was started by the owners of Golden Thyme Coffee Shop.  It is located in the heart of the historical Rondo community and serves as a cultural community celebration featuring food and outstanding live music, art exhibits, vendors, a wellness village and fun family activities.   

The day featured a steady flow of music from Patricia Lacy, Bossa Soul, The Jazz Standards, Brio Brass and the Selby Ave Brass Band, followed by this year's headliner, R&B sensation Goapele.

MENC podcast hosts Carly & Jesse recorded elder abuse testimony throughout the day and a special segment recorded Professor Mahmoud El-Kati telling the story of how jazz originated and its connection to culture and community.

Learn more about the Minnesota Elder Nonviolence Coalition initiative at: mneldernonviolence.org.