Scenes from today’s Juneteenth observance at the SoNo Library in Norwalk
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New Kingston is a progressive reggae group whose members combine their Jamaican heritage with the urban sounds of their New York home, New Kingston are a family band consisting of brothers Tahir, Courtney Jr., and Stephen along with their father, Courtney Panton, Sr. A first-generation Jamaican-American, Courtney the elder was active in New York’s reggae
Born in Cuba and raised in Chicago, Eddie “Devil Boy” Turner first picked up a guitar at the age of 12. He honed his craft growing up in Chicago, and later Colorado, and his music shows the diverse influences of the Afro-Cuban sounds of his homeland and the deep blues of his adopted country. A
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Pluck & Rail is the acoustic intersection of Andrew Sussman of the prog-rock heavyweights, Frogg Café, and George Gierer of the folkabilly band, South County. George bought his first guitar at age 17 and moved to Austin, TX, where he soaked up the sounds of the south and was forever changed. After hearing hearing Eddie
The eight members of Radio KLEZ will lead you on a musical journey through the long-forgotten Yiddish roots of southern Connecticut. Listening to Radio KLEZ, you can taste the savory richness of the bourekas, smell the salty fish market air, feel the heft of a picket sign in your hands, and sweat the night away
Longtime Norwalker William Hayden regularly participates in Curley’s Dinner Poetry Group in Stamford, the Poetry Salon at the Fairfield Public Library, and Monday Expressions East at the Never Ending Bookstore in New Haven. His performance will include a Spoken Word and poetry dance interpretation performed by Yvonne-Marie Sain and Montana Scholars.
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Capoeira – An Afro-Brazlian martial art that involves aspects of dance, acrobatics, and percussion music. A dance like fight, a fight like dance! A modern practice rooted in ancient art form.The modern take is more art form than martial art, a game that is played around the world. It is the art form of the
The Norwalk Pontian Society has performed at numerous events across the United States and North America, bringing their culture and traditions to crowds everywhere from Atlanta, Georgia to San Francisco, California, to Toronto, Canada. Not only do they love to perform, they take pride in preserving their culture and history for future generations.
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Marinera Dance Academy is an academy dedicated to strengthening and preserving the love of traditional Peruvian dance and culture. Marinera’s students work closely with renowned Peruvian Marinera professional dancers and instructors and pride themselves for assisting their students in reaching their full potential inside and outside the classroom.
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Junko Fisher is a traditional Japanese/Okinawa dancer and choreographer from Okinawa, Japan. A dancer since age 5, Junko studied traditional dance in college and acquired a certificate in Natori, Gojo Miyano. The performance will include two great dances, Sakura Sakura and Matsushima.
Mulkerin School of Irish Dance is dedicated to The love of Irish Dance, Ireland; it’s music, culture and its people. Mulkerin is a traditional school with a modern flair – using a combination of Ceili dances that date back to the 1600’s as well as steps you might see in Riverdance
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Klein Theater Arts mission is to inspire and educate students in the performing arts. KTA helps build a strong sense of self-esteem, confidence and character through the craft of theatre and musical theatre in a positive, nurturing, non competitive learning environment.
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Children’s entertainer and educator specializing in multicultural music for children aging from birth through 10 years of age. Armelle for Kids mission is to build bridges between cultures through music from around the world. Both parents and children will be grooving alike!
Norwalk International Cultural Exchange (NICE) Will Announce Its 2019 NICE Festival Date and make Charitable Donations to the 2018 NICE Charities On Wednesday, November 14, 2018 – 12N – Norwalk City Hall. Mayor Harry Rilling, Interim Director, Recreation and Parks, Ken Hughes, and the organizers of The NICE Festival will announce the date for The
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Danzartecuador. Ecuadorian Folk Dancers, reated in June 2014. This authentic dance group that brings culturally significant traditional dance along with colorful sights and sounds straight from Ecuador.
Anacoana is a Bridgeport-based Community organization providing enrichment program for children and their families. The Haitian dance performance includes traditional Hattian dance with a variety of vibrant colors.
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“Truly the best! I heard them at a festival and my mom was in love with them. I just hired them for her birthday and they are amazing! Professional beyond, punctual, funny and the hit of the party. You will not be disappointed!” – Maribela Colaso on Facebook
Tava is a lifelong dancer who began studying bellydance in 2000. In addition to teaching, performing and mentoring, she enjoys using the dance as a tool for improving body image in women and girls. With a deep respect and appreciation for the roots of the dance, Tava is dedicated to lifelong training and sharing the
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