Arts Mid-Hudson presents Leading with Artivism: an interview with Sammie B, lead by Poet Gold.

Leading with Artivism is a live quarterly interview series, created and curated by Poet Gold in collaboration with Arts Mid-Hudson, featuring a diverse mix of Artivists (Artist Activists) who have taken up the charge through their art to highlight social issues. Each episode gives viewers an inside look at the hearts and minds of these courageous creatives.

In March of 2023 local youth and artist Harrison Brisbon-McKinnon interviewed Poet Gold in-person at Arts Mid-Hudson's Gallery located at 696 Dutchess Turnpike in Poughkeepsie. In 2023 Poet Gold interviewed Artivists Pamela Sneed, Onaje Benjamin, Stephanie JT Russell and Joel Bergner. In 2022, Poet Gold interviewed Artivists, Amy Trompetter, Barbara Masterson, Bibiana Huang Matheis, Daniel Villegas, Vince Ballentine, Jayda Woodall, Miguel “Lito Koqui” Sanchez, Kicks Kapri, Rosmerayah, and Harrison Brisbon-McKinnon.

To watch all previous virtual episodes of Leading with Artivism: https://www.youtube.com/@ArtsMidHudson

Poet Gold is a rare talent who grabs you by the heart and says “Recognize” – Poet, author, performer, songwriter, community “Artivist” and speaker, Bettina “Poet Gold” Wilkerson is pushing the boundaries of poetry and the spoken word. Living with a chronic illness since childhood, Poet Gold, or as she is affectionately known as “Gold”, brings a soul-searching insight about the human existence, love, dreams, challenges, and triumph.

Sammie B is a genre-defying, female artist, musician, and creator, from the Hudson Valley, NY. Born June 26th, 1994. Not only is she a rapper/singer-songwriter, poet, DJ, and beat producer, but she is a visual artist as well. A single braid in her hair along with her taglines “Brliing” and "I literally made the beat" are her recognizable trademarks- along with her

vibrant yet calming aura. She is also a recovery coach for those struggling with SUD and mental illness. After many years battling with depression, loss, heartbreak, and addiction, she lives on to give others hope by telling her story of overcoming through music and art while radiating positive energy and authenticity. Sammie B makes music with the intention of making her listeners feel connected/supported and/or empowered. LLPE Music is her independent record label. She is also the CEO of Sammie B Creative LLC in which she distributes her merchandise, art, and more!

This virtual event will take place on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 7:00 pm via a link provided by Arts Mid-Hudson and will also live stream on YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required to recieve the streaming link. All who register are invited to submit questions that will be asked during the Q&A session of the event.

Register here: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E231621&id=425