The largest west coast Loving Day celebration kicks off the 2nd Annual Mixed Roots Film & Literary Festival on June 12, 2009. The Festival celebrates storytelling of the Mixed racial and cultural experience and brings together innovative artists, film and book lovers, and families for two days of writing and film workshops, readings, film screenings, a special family event and live performance by talented comedians, musicians and actors.

The 2008 festival included appearances by: Rebecca Walker, Kim Wayans, Angela Nissell, Sundee Frazier and Maya Lily. Hapa artist and filmmaker Kip Fulbeck and best-selling writer James McBride were awarded the Loving Prize for dedication to illuminating the Mixed experience. All events are free and open to the public.

For schedule information visit www.mxroots.org