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San Diego Young Artists Music Academy will be having a FREE “Multi-Cultural Celebration & Fun Event For The Whole Family” With a safe “Trunk A Treat” Halloween experience. Featuring live music, games & prizes and giveaways….
It’s a Holiday Soiree Experience!
The 2nd Annual San Diego Black Unity Holiday Soiree takes place on the Ninth of December where we will provide the opportunity for you to network and celebrate with other Black Organizations and Entrepreneurs during this holiday season.
The purpose is to socialize with each other so when we begin working for our community,
we can Get To Business!
The night begins with a Cocktail hour at 6:00PM. It continues with a 3-Course World Class dinner with live artists. Idea sharing, music and dancing will follow.
Attire: Urban Chic (however you feel fly)
You are now invited to purchase a ticket or choose from the available sponsorship packages with options to advertise your company.
The proceeds will be donated to continuing education for the black community in
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM).
The World Beat Cultural Center (Executive Director/Founder Makeda “Dread” Cheatom) celebrated its 33rd annual Kwanzaa celebration from December 26 to December 29, 2017 at their center located at 2100 Park Blvd here in San Diego. This was a free event, and each day featured Traditional Afrikan libations, a drum call and the master of ceremonies was Tukufu Kalonji.
Celebrating 4 of the 7 days of Kwanzaa, The World Beat Center had Kwanzaa Poetry by Johnnierenee Nia Nelson,Karamu and other cultural performances
Though many Americans don’t know much about Kwanzaa, it’s a beautiful holiday that all can share in. Here is a little history about this important celebration of African heritage and unity.
Kwanzaa is celebrated from December 26 through December 29. Established by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966, Kwanzaa is a holiday that honors African heritage and celebrates family, community, and culture. It takes its name from the phrase “matunda ya kwanza,” which in Swahili means “first fruits.” Kwanzaa’s origin lies in the 1960s civil rights and Black Freedom movements, and is a way of commemorating the African heritage of black Americans whose ethnic history was stripped away by the slave trade. Swahili is the most widely spoken African language, and was thus chosen as the language of Kwanzaa’s principles.
According to Karenga, “Kwanzaa was created to reaffirm and restore our rootedness in African culture.” It is a cultural rather than religious holiday, and can be celebrated regardless of a person’s faith tradition. “First fruits” celebrations date back to ancient Egypt and Nubia, and commemorate the harvest.
The colors black, red, and green are part of Kwanzaa celebrations due to their special significance. Black represents the people, red is for the blood uniting all those with African ancestry, as well as the bloodshed during slavery and the civil rights movement, and green is for the lush land of Africa.
There are seven principles of Kwanzaa, celebrated on each day of the holiday and known collectively as Nguzo Saba. They are African values which are named in both Swahili and English.
• Umoja: Unity
• Kujichagulia: Self-determination
• Ujima: Collective Work and Responsibility
• Ujamaa: Cooperative Economics
• Nia: Purpose
• Kuumba: Creativity
• Imani: Faith
Families gather during Kwanzaa to light the kinara, a candle holder with seven candles in the colors of red, black, and green. The black candle is placed in the center and used to light the other flames from left to right. Together, the candles are called the mishuuma saba, and they represent the Seven Principles.
Kwanzaa greetings are in Swahili and English. “Habari gani?” is a traditional Swahili greeting, and the response is each of the principles, depending on which day of Kwanzaa it is. Other greetings include “Heri za Kwanzaa,” or simply, “Happy Kwanzaa!”
If you are interested in donating, volunteering or just want more information on The World Beat Cultural Center and their various activities go to www.worldbeatcenter.org or call (619) 230-1190.
The World Beat Cultural Center (Executive Director/Founder Makeda “Dread” Cheatom) celebrated its 33rd annual Kwanzaa celebration from December 26 to December 29, 2017 at their center located at 2100 Park Blvd here in San Diego. This was a free event, and each day featured Traditional Afrikan libations, a drum call and the master of ceremonies was Tukufu Kalonji.
Celebrating 4 of the 7 days of Kwanzaa, The World Beat Center had Kwanzaa Poetry by Johnnierenee Nia Nelson,Karamu and other cultural performances
Though many Americans don’t know much about Kwanzaa, it’s a beautiful holiday that all can share in. Here is a little history about this important celebration of African heritage and unity.
Kwanzaa is celebrated from December 26 through December 29. Established by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966, Kwanzaa is a holiday that honors African heritage and celebrates family, community, and culture. It takes its name from the phrase “matunda ya kwanza,” which in Swahili means “first fruits.” Kwanzaa’s origin lies in the 1960s civil rights and Black Freedom movements, and is a way of commemorating the African heritage of black Americans whose ethnic history was stripped away by the slave trade. Swahili is the most widely spoken African language, and was thus chosen as the language of Kwanzaa’s principles.
According to Karenga, “Kwanzaa was created to reaffirm and restore our rootedness in African culture.” It is a cultural rather than religious holiday, and can be celebrated regardless of a person’s faith tradition. “First fruits” celebrations date back to ancient Egypt and Nubia, and commemorate the harvest.
The colors black, red, and green are part of Kwanzaa celebrations due to their special significance. Black represents the people, red is for the blood uniting all those with African ancestry, as well as the bloodshed during slavery and the civil rights movement, and green is for the lush land of Africa.
There are seven principles of Kwanzaa, celebrated on each day of the holiday and known collectively as Nguzo Saba. They are African values which are named in both Swahili and English.
• Umoja: Unity
• Kujichagulia: Self-determination
• Ujima: Collective Work and Responsibility
• Ujamaa: Cooperative Economics
• Nia: Purpose
• Kuumba: Creativity
• Imani: Faith
Families gather during Kwanzaa to light the kinara, a candle holder with seven candles in the colors of red, black, and green. The black candle is placed in the center and used to light the other flames from left to right. Together, the candles are called the mishuuma saba, and they represent the Seven Principles.
Kwanzaa greetings are in Swahili and English. “Habari gani?” is a traditional Swahili greeting, and the response is each of the principles, depending on which day of Kwanzaa it is. Other greetings include “Heri za Kwanzaa,” or simply, “Happy Kwanzaa!”
If you are interested in donating, volunteering or just want more information on The World Beat Cultural Center and their various activities go to www.worldbeatcenter.org or call (619) 230-1190.
The World Beat Cultural Center (Executive Director/Founder Makeda “Dread” Cheatom) celebrated its 33rd annual Kwanzaa celebration from December 26 to December 29, 2017 at their center located at 2100 Park Blvd here in San Diego. This was a free event, and each day featured Traditional Afrikan libations, a drum call and the master of ceremonies was Tukufu Kalonji.
Celebrating 4 of the 7 days of Kwanzaa, The World Beat Center had Kwanzaa Poetry by Johnnierenee Nia Nelson,Karamu and other cultural performances
Though many Americans don’t know much about Kwanzaa, it’s a beautiful holiday that all can share in. Here is a little history about this important celebration of African heritage and unity.
Kwanzaa is celebrated from December 26 through December 29. Established by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966, Kwanzaa is a holiday that honors African heritage and celebrates family, community, and culture. It takes its name from the phrase “matunda ya kwanza,” which in Swahili means “first fruits.” Kwanzaa’s origin lies in the 1960s civil rights and Black Freedom movements, and is a way of commemorating the African heritage of black Americans whose ethnic history was stripped away by the slave trade. Swahili is the most widely spoken African language, and was thus chosen as the language of Kwanzaa’s principles.
According to Karenga, “Kwanzaa was created to reaffirm and restore our rootedness in African culture.” It is a cultural rather than religious holiday, and can be celebrated regardless of a person’s faith tradition. “First fruits” celebrations date back to ancient Egypt and Nubia, and commemorate the harvest.
The colors black, red, and green are part of Kwanzaa celebrations due to their special significance. Black represents the people, red is for the blood uniting all those with African ancestry, as well as the bloodshed during slavery and the civil rights movement, and green is for the lush land of Africa.
There are seven principles of Kwanzaa, celebrated on each day of the holiday and known collectively as Nguzo Saba. They are African values which are named in both Swahili and English.
• Umoja: Unity
• Kujichagulia: Self-determination
• Ujima: Collective Work and Responsibility
• Ujamaa: Cooperative Economics
• Nia: Purpose
• Kuumba: Creativity
• Imani: Faith
Families gather during Kwanzaa to light the kinara, a candle holder with seven candles in the colors of red, black, and green. The black candle is placed in the center and used to light the other flames from left to right. Together, the candles are called the mishuuma saba, and they represent the Seven Principles.
Kwanzaa greetings are in Swahili and English. “Habari gani?” is a traditional Swahili greeting, and the response is each of the principles, depending on which day of Kwanzaa it is. Other greetings include “Heri za Kwanzaa,” or simply, “Happy Kwanzaa!”
If you are interested in donating, volunteering or just want more information on The World Beat Cultural Center and their various activities go to www.worldbeatcenter.org or call (619) 230-1190.
The World Beat Cultural Center (Executive Director/Founder Makeda “Dread” Cheatom) celebrated its 33rd annual Kwanzaa celebration from December 26 to December 29, 2017 at their center located at 2100 Park Blvd here in San Diego. This was a free event, and each day featured Traditional Afrikan libations, a drum call and the master of ceremonies was Tukufu Kalonji.
Celebrating 4 of the 7 days of Kwanzaa, The World Beat Center had Kwanzaa Poetry by Johnnierenee Nia Nelson,Karamu and other cultural performances
Though many Americans don’t know much about Kwanzaa, it’s a beautiful holiday that all can share in. Here is a little history about this important celebration of African heritage and unity.
Kwanzaa is celebrated from December 26 through December 29. Established by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966, Kwanzaa is a holiday that honors African heritage and celebrates family, community, and culture. It takes its name from the phrase “matunda ya kwanza,” which in Swahili means “first fruits.” Kwanzaa’s origin lies in the 1960s civil rights and Black Freedom movements, and is a way of commemorating the African heritage of black Americans whose ethnic history was stripped away by the slave trade. Swahili is the most widely spoken African language, and was thus chosen as the language of Kwanzaa’s principles.
According to Karenga, “Kwanzaa was created to reaffirm and restore our rootedness in African culture.” It is a cultural rather than religious holiday, and can be celebrated regardless of a person’s faith tradition. “First fruits” celebrations date back to ancient Egypt and Nubia, and commemorate the harvest.
The colors black, red, and green are part of Kwanzaa celebrations due to their special significance. Black represents the people, red is for the blood uniting all those with African ancestry, as well as the bloodshed during slavery and the civil rights movement, and green is for the lush land of Africa.
There are seven principles of Kwanzaa, celebrated on each day of the holiday and known collectively as Nguzo Saba. They are African values which are named in both Swahili and English.
• Umoja: Unity
• Kujichagulia: Self-determination
• Ujima: Collective Work and Responsibility
• Ujamaa: Cooperative Economics
• Nia: Purpose
• Kuumba: Creativity
• Imani: Faith
Families gather during Kwanzaa to light the kinara, a candle holder with seven candles in the colors of red, black, and green. The black candle is placed in the center and used to light the other flames from left to right. Together, the candles are called the mishuuma saba, and they represent the Seven Principles.
Kwanzaa greetings are in Swahili and English. “Habari gani?” is a traditional Swahili greeting, and the response is each of the principles, depending on which day of Kwanzaa it is. Other greetings include “Heri za Kwanzaa,” or simply, “Happy Kwanzaa!”
If you are interested in donating, volunteering or just want more information on The World Beat Cultural Center and their various activities go to www.worldbeatcenter.org or call (619) 230-1190.
Looking forward to Funks Most Wanted & Errrverybodi Line Dances performing at the 8th Annual Dr Martin Luther King Jr Community Celebration & Sportsfest at MLK Park, 6401 Skyline Drive, 92114.
Come check them out on Saturday, January 13, 2018! Sportsfest starts at 8:30am and Community Celebration starts 11am-4pm. The family friendly event is FREE & open to the public!
For vendor (info $10, merchandise $20, food $50) & sponsorship opportunities, contact JoAnn Fields via email at joann@imaginemediagroup.com.
FREE Basketball Camp (7-17 years old) & Sportsfest at the 8th Annual Dr Martin Luther King Jr Community Celebration on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at MLK Park 6401 Skyline Drive, 92114.
Registration opens at 8am, camp 8:30-10am, games until 4pm. Includes event t-shirt & lunch. Sponsored by the City of San Diego Park & Rec and the Ground Up Youth Foundation.
For more information or to pre-register, email Shaun Manning at groundupcali@gmail.com.
Tickets: $35 Advanced | $37 Day of Show
Doors – 7:00pm Show – 8:30pm
Ages: 21+
The hip hop, RnB songstress released her latest album, KIMBERLY: The People I Used To Know, today on iTunes and Spotify!
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CHOCOLATE / March 15 / BLONDE!
==> A Night Of Deep Dark Afro Tech
and Forward Thinking House Music!
DJS / Oscar P, Pro-K,
KARMA, Ivan Gregory
FREE Before 10 PM
$5 REVOLUTIONARY DONATION After
Live art by Cale
21+
The infamous Funk Soul Social returns with a very special edition that is sure to revive those old school feels featuring Rap legend Sir Mix-A-Lot known for hits like “Baby Got Back,” “Posse’ on Broadway” and many others. The night also welcomes the Funk and Soul vibes of special guests Kim Jackson and The Routine Players and Hip-Hop R&B sounds of The Lyrical Groove.
Tickets: $25 Advanced/Day of Show
Doors/Show- 8:00/9:30pm
Ages: 21+
Sir Mix-A-Lot (sirmixalot) parlayed a gonzo tribute to women with large buttocks into hip-hop immortality. But even before he struck crossover gold, he was one of rap’s great D.I.Y. success stories. The Grammy award-winning emcee co-founded his own record label, promoted his music himself, produced all his own tracks, and essentially pulled himself up by the proverbial American bootstraps. Even before “Baby Got Back,” Mix-A-Lot was a platinum-selling album artist with a strong following in the hip-hop community, known for bouncy, danceable, bass-heavy tracks indebted to old school electro.
