Experience the powerful voices of students from Northern Uganda, supported by ChildrenUP. The featured poems—written by the students themselves—share real stories of resilience, hope, and the life-changing power of learning. 

THURSDAY, OCT. 2, 2025 READING

5:30–6:30 PM BEER ON THE WALL

105 N. YORK STREET

ELMHURST, IL 60126 

Poems will be read by volunteers in a heartfelt community gathering, celebrating the voices and stories of these remarkable students.

Come early or stay late!

Beer on the Wall will generously donate

10% of all sales (in-house and to-go purchases)

to ChildrenUP from 4pm to close!

Donations of any amount are welcome and appreciated.

Let’s come together to uplift young voices and help fuel bright futures—one poem at a time.