Join us as we celebrate the inauguration of our film series and raise funds while learning and having fun. The inaugural film, “When I Rise” is about segregation, classical music and overcoming tragedy. Meet the film director, Matt Hames; Dr. Dwonna Goldstone, Director of the African American Studies Program at Texas State University; the cousin of Barbara Smith Conrad, Peggy Shivers – philanthropist and classical soloist; cellist Ryan Murphy of the San Antonio Symphony Orchestra; film star Soprano Icy Simpson Monroe; Mezzo Soprano Veronica C. Williams and other special guests.  Your ticket includes food, champagne and VIP reserved seating for the film.