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Skateistan Comes to Elysian Valley for Fundraiser Sunday

The nonprofit uses skateboarding to empower youth in Afghanistan and Cambodia.

 

The Elysian Valley's NOMAD arts center hosts a special event Sunday night.

Skatetasian hosts a fundraiser for its global efforts to use skateboarding as a way to empower youth.

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It recently expanded its effort to include both Afghanistan and Cambodia

Sunday's event will feature 31 artists and a live auction starting at 3 p.m.

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Entry is $10.

The NOMAD Art Compound is located at 1993 Blake Avenue in the Elysian Valley.

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