Tag: Weekend things to do

AFRIBEMBÉ FESTIVAL: SANKOFA!

The Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute’s 4th annual AFRIBEMBÉ FESTIVAL is set to take our community on a Diasporic journey through space and time! In the spirit of Sankofa, this Pan-African festival will highlight our shared heritage through powerful musical performances that are rooted in ancestral African rhythms and traditions yet that represent the rich diversity of the Diasporic cultures of Brazil, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Puerto Rico, and the Motherland by way of Guinea. Powered by the Black genius of both emerging and renowned African descendant creatives, AFRIBEMBÉ is an opportunity to rejoice in our people’s artistry, intellectuality, and musicality.
Experience CCCADI’s 4th annual AFRIBEMBÉ FESTIVAL:

Bembé Stage:
Live music & DJ sets

Family Village:
Activities for creatives of all ages

SoulFull Food Plaza:
Comfort food from across the Diaspora

Ujamaa Market:
Merchandise, arts and crafts

Sankofa Tribute:
Honoring the late Hiram Maristany, legendary community photo documentarian of El Barrio

VISIT WWW.AFRIBEMBE.COM TO VIEW THE LINEUP AND REGISTER.
200 REGISTERED GUESTS WILL RECEIVE A CCCADI SWAG ITEM!

PLUS, THE FIRST 100 PEOPLE TO ARRIVE AT THE FESTIVAL WILL RECEIVE A RAFFLE TICKET FOR THEIR CHANCE TO WIN A SPECIAL PRIZE.

This event is in partnership with Friends of Art Park Alliance (FAPA).

Maps of Social Displacement: Conversations on Venezuelan Identity

Tumbao Contemporary Design Studio based in Williamsburg, Brooklyn is a local store that provides representation to Latinx emerging artists. We will be hosting an exhibition that will include the work of NYC-based Venezuelan artists including Cassandra Mayela. Her woven sculpture incorporates clothing and textiles owned by Venezuelans who migrated to Tri-state New York, mapping cherished memories and familiarity away from homeland. Cassandra will be sharing her progress “Live at the Studio,” cultivating a space of comfort and support for the shared experiences of Venezuelans as well as an overall welcoming environment to gain insight of Venezuelan displacement. The event will take place Friday July 23rd – Sunday July 25th at Tumbao Studio located on 108 N 7th St, New York, New York. On Friday from 12-6pm, there will be a soft opening followed by the official reception held Saturday night from 5-8pm with a dj set by JUNF. Donations will be collected for the Venezuelan and Immigrants Aid non-governmental organization that provides protection for forced migrant and asylum-seeking communities in New York City.

Shelby Township Art Fair

Mark your calendar for August 14 & 15, 2021 to stop by the Shelby Township’s River bends Park for the 38th Annual Shelby Township Art Fair. In addition to seeing some fabulous art from national, regional and local artists and artisans, this event features a variety of crafts as well as products from Michigan based businesses and family-friendly entertainment.

Bring the family for a day filled with activities and entertainment, and bring home a special piece of art, a hand-made item, product, or a souvenir from your visit.

Entry is FREE and this new location has lots of free parking and a shuttle bus that travels between River Bends and Woodall Parks, so you won’t have a long walk back to your car with all of the treasures you found at the fair.

This event is presented by the Shelby Township Art Fair Committee, hosted by the Shelby Township Parks, Recreation and Maintenance Department and is supported by our generous sponsors.

Around the Grounds
• Over 100 exhibits from local, regional and national artists and crafters, plus a Michigan Made Market
• Live Music at the stage – Sponsored by Genisys Credit Union
• Monster Mural Interactive Art for All Ages – Sponsored by Christian Financial Credit Union
• Free Crafts at the Kid’s Craft & Activity Corner
• See Live Critters from the Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center
• Participation by the Shelby Township Police and Fire Departments
• Recycled Art Competition – Hosted by the Shelby Township Solid Waste & Recycling Committee

River Bends Park is located at 5700 22 Mile Road between Shelby and Ryan Roadsand the fair hours are Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday, 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Get more information at www.shelbyartfair.org. You can also find the Shelby Township Art Fair on Facebook or call the Shelby Parks, Recreation and Maintenance Department weekdays at 586-731-0300.

WI Artisan Fair

A handmade only artisan fair hosted at the La Crosse Center in downtown La Crosse August 21st-22nd 10-4.
Door prizes, children’s games, face painting available. Concessions pending covid restrictions.

WI Artisan Fair

A handmade only artisan fair hosted at the La Crosse Center in downtown La Crosse August 21st-22nd 10-4.
Door prizes, children’s games, face painting available. Concessions pending covid restrictions.