Tuesday, January 15, 2013

New York Bomba: AfroBembé Afro-Latin Women Celebration Music by DJ Sabine Blaizin and Legacy Women - Jan. 17, 2013

On January 17, 2013 Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute (CCCADI) Presents:

AfroBembé Cultural Networking Series
AfroBembé Afro-Latin Women Celebration
Music by DJ Sabine Blaizin and Legacy Women

"This time, it's all about the women at AfroBembé Cultural Networking Series. The sultry and booming vocals of the Legacy Women Band are sure to cause you to dance and celebrate your heritage. These women are the next generation of NYC's most gifted drummers, singers, dancers and educators of Afro-Latin and Afro-Caribbean music, including Palos, Congos, Salves, Bomba and Plena. DJ Sabine Blaizin will join us as well. Be there! And come ready to mingle, dance and make new connections. "

When: Thursday, January 17, 2013 | 6 p.m.-10 p.m.
Location: CREOLE Restaurant & Music Supper Club,
2167 Third Avenue (@ 118 Street) New York, NY 10035
Admission: $8 in advance and $10 at the door. 




Upcoming Dates:
Jan 31, 2013 | 5 p.m. – Brazilian Celebration (Samba/Forro/Bossa Nova) with DJ Eli Efi and Forro Trio

Feb 7, 2013 | 5 p.m. – Puerto Rican Celebration (Bomba/Plena) with DJ David Medina and Alma Moyo Band

Feb 21, 2013 | 5 p.m. – Afro-Caribbean Diaspora Mash-Up with DJ Lumumba aka Revolution and Ilu Aye Band.

*Program Subject to Change
For more information, call contact (212) 307-7420 Ext. 3000, 3004, 3011 or visit http://www.cccadi.org/.

About the AfroBembé Cultural Networking Series
AfroBembé Cultural Networking Series, a sequence of African Diaspora themed parties to build community support for renovation of the landmark firehouse that will be the center's new home in El Barrio. Attendees will meet New York City's most creative "doers and shakers" and celebrate the vibrant heritage of diverse cultures across the globe. Parties will be held twice a month from December 2012 - February 2013 and will feature DJs, live bands and the sights, sounds and tastes of the African Diaspora. This innovative and dynamic series pays homage to the diverse international community of El Barrio.

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