Band for Refugees: Event Line-up
Written by Megan Carson
Saturday, June 16, 2018. 6:30pm-10:00pm. Draper Amphitheater.
Music
Evan Jolley, Camille McKeon, Little Moon, Gabrielle McKeon, Jeremy Avery, Nic Blosil, Jaren Jolley, Israel Turley, The Rocky Mountain Rockers, Margo Watson, Kimberly Knighton
Food Trucks
The Penguin Brothers - Ice Cream Cookies
Waffle Luv
Falafel Tree
Stories of Refugees
Special Guest: Carter Charles, former refugee and current TSOS team member
T-shirts for sale
Silent Auction
Items include: Spa gift cards, exotic rugs, skin care products, and more.
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