Rehabilitation and community involvement were on full display at Avenal State Prison for the Battle of the Bands and a shelter donation. Both events happened Oct. 10.
Avenal State Prison Battle of the Bands championship
Three bands from Facility E and F competed to be crowned the Battle of the Bands champion. The stage, Facility F recreation yard, buzzed with excitement, eager to see who would claim the crown.
The first band to take the stage was 1 Kings Way. Their rock music echoed through the facility, igniting a wave of cheers.
They were followed by Esencia Musical 905. Their Latin rhythms brought a vibrant energy to the stage.
Lastly, No Dementia took the stage, performing a blend of rock and alternative.
As the judges crowned No Dementia as the champion, the crowd erupted in a roar of cheer and applause.
According to band members, the victory was sweet, especially after pouring their hearts and souls into the music.
Donating to a community cause
Meanwhile, Chief Deputy Warden A. Williams, Associate Warden D. Groves, Complex III J. Diaz, Facility E staff and the incarcerated population presented a check for over $1,100 to the Poverello House.
The charitable organization works to enrich others by providing meals, social services and temporary shelter in the community. The Facility E incarcerated population chose to donate to the Poverello House as they are a local program who gives back to those in need.
Briana Davis, Marketing and Communications Coordinator for Poverello House, was grateful for the donation.
“It was so eye-opening to see the great work you guys are doing,” she said regarding the prison’s on-going partnership and donations to Poverello House.
Submitted by Lt. A. Schuller
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