African Cultural & Educational Events in Colorado
Please check with the organizer or venue, or visit their website to confirm details! December 2008
December 26-31, 2008
Colorado Springs Citywide Kwanzaa Celebration at Hillside Community Center, Colorado Springs
Schedule of events varies daily. Kwanzaa celebrates the best and highest values of the history, culture, philosophy and achievements of African people (living in the United States and throughout the world.) Don't miss this celebration of culture and positivity.
December 30-31, 2008
New Year Revival w/Panjea, Toubab Krewe & Kyle HOllingworth, Lynx/Janover
at Cervantes 2637 Welton Street, Denver, CO 80205
303-297-1772
December 31, 2009
Kwanzaa events
Circle of wisdom elder lunch, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., at Zion Senior Center, 5151 E. 33rd Ave. $2.50 donation suggested.
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Family Kwanzaa Karamu, 4-8 p.m., at Church of the Holy Redeemer, 2552 Williams St.
Grand Kinara lighting, 6 p.m., at East 26th Avenue and Welton Street
Family celebration at Brother Jeff's Cultural Cafe, 2836 Welton St.
The Palava's New Year's Bash at the Palava Restaurant
7 pm
African sounds, ragga, food & drink specials and lots of champagne! 7pm til late. 303-317-4503.
January 2009
January 1, 2009
Kwanzaa:events
Visioning ceremony, 1-3 p.m., 2800 Locust St.
Grand Kinara lighting, 6 p.m., at East 26th Avenue and Welton Street
January 2, 2009
True Colors of Ghana First Friday Art Opening at Blackberries in Five Points, Denver
6 pm - 8 pm
January 10, 2009
Ethiopian Christmas Party at Ras Kassa's Ethiopia Restaurant, Boulder
12 noon-3 pm
Enjoy Ethiopian food, music and fun! Help us support PRIDE Ethiopia.
January 19, 2009
Femi Kuti at the Boulder Theatre, Boulder
8 pm
Whilst always respecting his musical heritage, Nigeria-born Femi has refined over more than twenty years, an afrobeat with soul-jazz nuances that is entirely his own.
January 20, 2009
Femi Kuti at Belly Up, Aspen
8 pm
January 2009
Workshops at Africa Agenda, Denver (dates to be announced)
- Africa Democracy Workshop: Towards Freedom, Democracy and Progress.
Spotlight on Sierra Leone and the DRC Congo.
- The Mugabe Effect: How negative news reporting impacts growth and development in Africa
February 2009
February 1, 2009
BaoBao Fest Fundraiser at
Ras Kassa's Ethiopian Restaurant, Boulder
Food, silent auction, music
February 6, 2009 Adinkra Art of Ghana - Nii Noi Mensah, First Friday Art Opening at Blackberries in Five Points, Denver
6 pm - 8 pm
February 3, 2009African Safari Slideshow at
Changes in Latitude, Boulder
Join Wildlife Biologist and Safari Guide Bill Given for a photographic introduction to the safari experience. An African Safari is a soul stirring return to the land of our human origins. Charismatic wildlife, breathtaking wilderness landscapes, and vibrant cultures are all part of the journey. 303-786-8406
February 11, 2009
Kick off of Cameroon Information and Education Day at Africa Agenda, Denver
February 18-20, 2009
African Extravaganza at the University of Denver
A celebration of African heritage including speakers, music, food, dance and more. The events are free and open to the public. Hosted by the African Community Center and DU’s International Student Organization
March 2009
Bao Bao Fest in Denver/Boulder Area
BaoBao Festival celebrates the West African tradition of gathering under the Baobab Tree for singing, dancing, drumming and narrative drama (storytelling). The festival is open to everyone in the community to participate in the interactive workshops and to watch the performances. The festival brings together talented performers who were members of professional dance and theater groups in Ghana and local performers from the United States and other West African Countries.
April 2009
April 17, 2009
West African Highlife Ensemble at Colorado State University Music Building, Fort Collins
7:30 pm
May 2009
May 22, 2009
The Syringa Tree play at Backstage Theatre, Breckenridge
Two families born into a shared household in South Africa in the 1960's.
June 2009June 25-28, 2009 Zimfest in Boulder
A lively and fun-filled celebration of Zimbabwean music and culture, ZimFest
is the largest annual gathering in North America of students, teachers,
performers, and fans of Zimbabwean music. Join us for a full weekend of
concerts & presentations, plus workshops in marimba, singing, dance, drum,
and hosho. Offerings at levels from total, "never-ever" beginner through
expert. Special youth, choral, and continuing education teacher tracks.
Workshops & afternoon concerts on the beautiful CU-Boulder campus and
evening concerts in town where you can take advantage of all the wonderful
dining, shopping, cultural, and entertainment opportunities Boulder offers.
Workshop and
teacher application forms available Monday, Nov. 17, 2008.
Visit the festival website at
http://www.zimfest.org for updates,
application forms, and more information.
Performer & Teacher Applications Available
Performer and teacher applications available on the main ZMF website
(
www.zimfest.org <
http://www.zimfest.org> ) starting Monday, Nov. 17, 2008.
Completed applications deadline Dec 18, 2008.
Art Exhibits
November 7 - December 19, 2008
Helping Other People Everywhere - HOPE Darfur Photography Exhibit at Smokebrush Gallery Colorado Springs
December 14 - January 31, 2009
True Colors of Ghana - Kayem paintings at Blackberries Ice Cream & Coffee Lounge, Denver
February 2009
Nii Noi Mensah Art of Ghana at Blackberries Ice Cream & Coffee Lounge, Denver
Films in Theatre
Africa's Elephant Kingdom athe Wildlife Experience, Iwerks Theatre, Parker
Every Tuesday, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Through February 12, 2009
Africa: The Serengeti at IMAX, Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Search for more movies at Zvents
Ongoing The African Community Center’s Weekly Community Dinner at the African Community Center, 850 Holly St, Denver
Hosted by the African Community Center. Anyone is welcome to come to these weekly pot-luck community gatherings, which bring the local community together with new refugee families arriving in the Denver area. Come and meet your new neighbors, extend a welcome and have a great meal. Childcare is available. 303-399-4502
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Note: The information was gathered as a service to help you enjoy African culture in our community. Things change...typos occur! Please check with the venue to verify dates, times, admission and other details!
