The Robeson Center is a great space on Vermont that has unfortunately suffered decay and is in great need of interior TLC. Peeling paint, dusty bookshelves and cluttered rooms are preventing the community center from being a real hub of activity in South L.A. The first phase of their cleanup process began a few weeks ago with members of the Black Workers Center in Los Angeles. Phase two will begin on Thursday, and there are plenty of jobs for everyone.

Leaders at the Robeson Center say they hope this will be the “last big push” needed in advance of a planned open house in mid to late November. The three days of cleanup, which the Robeson team is calling the “Service Day Slam,” will consist of three hours per day from Thursday, Oct. 21 to Saturday, Oct. 23. Volunteers are needed to help with painting, flooring, ceiling tiles and cleaning.

Service Day Slam schedule:

·      Thursday, Oct. 21 7am – 10am

·      Friday Oct. 22 10am – 1pm

·      Saturday, Oct. 23 1pm -3pm

If you can volunteer some time and effort, please simply show up at one of the service days.