Community Servant's Roast

Community Servant's Roast

Let's gather to roast our local heroes and have a good laugh together at the Community Servant's Roast on July 26, 2025!

By Empowerment Community Development Corporation

Date and time

Saturday, July 26 · 6 - 8pm CDT

Location

309 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

309 West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard Tyler, TX 75702

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Honoring Rosie "Bowie" Johnson, Charles "Earl" Booker, Norma "Arps" Kennedy, Petra Hawkins AND Judge Derrick C. Choice, Sr.

Community Servant's Roast. The evening kicks off at 6:00 PM, featuring theater-style seating for all guests.

We invite organizations and people to honor their decades of service by presenting them with a gift during the event and ROASTING in a Fun and Kind way for up to 12 minutes for each honoree.

After the roast, we will continue the celebration with a Charcuterie Board-style reception, offering an opportunity for attendees to mingle and enjoy a light bite while reflecting on their remarkable legacy.

Tickets: $20 in advance / $30 at the door - On sale soon! TourTylerTexas@gmail.com

This is your chance to pay tribute to a men and woman whose dedication to our community has made an immeasurable impact.

Let’s come together to show our appreciation and celebrate their unwavering commitment to service.

Sponsorships are available - TourTylerTexas@gmail.com - (903) 218-1388 or TEXT (903) 253-5099

Don’t miss this evening of laughter, gratitude, and unforgettable recognition! Thank you for sharing this very important community calendar of events.

Organized by

The Empowerment Community Development Corporation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization with a focus on Education, Tourism, Veteran Services, Scholarships, Youth Mentorship, Historical Preservations, Community Development Economic Empowerment Small & Minority - Owned Businesses.

Our Mission is to engage in community development activities that provide resources to educate, equip & empower individuals, families, and communities.

Our Purpose is to impact low to moderate-income areas of east Texas.

Our Vision is educating, equipping & empowering communities.

 

 

On Sale May 16 at 7:00 PM