Shepherd boy learned how to be admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering
By LEON OMAN and http://www.exploreminnesota.com/events/35332/a-crack-in-the-sky
Ahmed Yusuf, a Phillips resident, is Co-Author of “A Crack in the Sky” performed at the History Theatre until March 4, 2018. It is a World Premiere Drama by Harrison David Rivers and Ahmed Ismail Yusuf .
Directed by Faye Price it portrays the journey from Somalia to the U.S.A. in 1984. A young shepherd boy stands in front of his mother to tell her of the decision he has made in the night. He has had enough of the nomadic life, of herding goats and sheep, and is leaving to seek out a better life. With that, he sets off on an adventure that takes him on the road less traveled from Somalia to Minnesota. It”'s the epic tale of Ahmed Ismail Yusuf who, inspired by Maya Angelou, discovers the power of the written word. http://www.historytheatre.com/2017-2018/crack-in-the-sky
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Become admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering at Best Buy Teen Tech Center
By info@hope-communityin.org
Hope Community, 611 E Franklin Av, celebrated its 40th anniversary with the grand opening of Best Buy Teen Tech Center: state-of-the-art technology to engage teens 13”“18 in using technology for learning, creativity, & career-path development.
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