MACON, Ga. — June 9 is National Children's Day and the town of Macon celebrated early.
Kids throughout Central Georgia showed off their talents on Saturday at the second annual Georgia Kids Who Rock event in downtown Macon at The Tubman Museum from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
There is a proverb that says "It takes a village to raise a child," and this event seemed like what these kids needed.
Kids 19 and under showed off their talents and achievements to the community, all to promote their creativity and success as young entrepreneurs.
From booths and bouncy houses to popcorn and performances, young entrepreneurs, artists and musicians put their skills on display for the day. There were games, free food, prizes, and community resources for the kids too.
Deuce Carswell is the organizer and says this event is for kids just to be kids.
"They just needed a way and a platform out so I want this to be an outlet for them," Carswell said. "I want this to be a platform to be able to express themselves whatever they have going on. We have artists here, we have people that crochet, just a day for them to have fun and enjoy themselves. I think Macon has a lot of hidden gems that people don't really get to see so I want them to be able to shine out here."
16-year-old vendor Sydney White attends Rutland High School. Her brand is called "The Crafty Crow", and she says she looks forward to growing her business.
"This started out as a hobby but I then turned it into a business," White said.
White has been making hand-knit crocheted bags, hats, and keychains since she was a freshman in high school. She already has her limited liability company or LLC and she is working to receive her business license.
"I used to sell at school markets and festivals so this is just really big for me and a big step in becoming a business owner," White said.
Faith Brooks is in the seventh grade and made handmade friendship bracelets at the Frank Johnson Recreation Center Kids Camp to sell at the event. She mentioned that she likes to spread positive messages through her art, and she hopes she can inspire other young creatives.
"Have faith, which is my name," Brooks said. " You always have to have faith when you're doing something. If not, you won't pursue it if you don't have faith."