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SUMMARY:LINEAGE | Celebrating A Legacy of Love\, Family & Activism
DESCRIPTION:RSVP for African Voices Issue Launch & Art Exhibition!\nJoin African Voices for a special celebration of art and activism! \nWe’re launching our Summer/Fall 2025 issue honoring Harry Belafonte\, with an opening exhibition by Brooklyn artist Watson Mere\, whose work graces the cover. \nThe event also features poetry and readings by contributors\, with Keisha-Gaye Anderson\, award-winning poet and guest editor\, in attendance. \nDonations welcome — come share in an afternoon of creativity\, community\, and tribute. \nThe event will be held at the AV Gallery\, 325 Lafayette Ave. (corner of Grand Ave.) in Brooklyn.
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/lineage-celebrating-a-legacy-of-love-family-activism/
LOCATION:AV Gallery\, 325 Lafayette Ave.\, Brooklyn\, New York\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Celebration,Poetry
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SUMMARY:Master Class on Writing Strong Female Characters for Film & TV ™
DESCRIPTION:Calling All Screenwriters! \nHave a script-in-progress or a new idea? Join award-winning writer/producer Jennica Carmona for a 6-session hybrid scriptwriting class designed to help you build strong characters and get pitch-ready for studios like Netflix\, HBO\, and Paramount—without compromising your vision. \nMon. & Wed.\, June 16\, 2025-July 2\, 2025\, 6:30 pm-8:30 pm \nLocation: BRIC\, Media Lab\, 647 Fulton Street \nSessions: Mondays & Wed.\, 6/16/25\, 6/18/25\, 6/23/25\, 6/25/25\, 6/30/25 & 7/2/25. \nThis is a hybrid workshop — writers can join in person or virtually! \nTHIS WORKSHOP SELLS OUT QUICKLY\, REGISTER ASAP! \n☑️ Class meets 6:30–8:30 PM\n☑️ Registration: $225 + booking fee\n☑️ Use code Script2025 for $25 off (by 5/23/25)\n☑️ Basic scriptwriting knowledge required \nSpots are limited—secure yours now! \n#WritersCommunity #Scriptwriting #CharacterDevelopment See less
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/master-class-on-writing-strong-female-characters-for-film-tv/
LOCATION:BRIC\, 647 Fulton St.\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217\, United States
CATEGORIES:Screenwriting,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Reel Sisters presents I Own Me: The Spirit of Resistance & Rebirth
DESCRIPTION:Reel Sisters presents I Own Me: The Spirit of Resistance & Rebirth\, a collection of short films honoring women leaders and the spirit of resistance\, rebirth and healing. Untold stories about important historical and community leaders are celebrated in our showcase. From Reimagining Queen Nanny of the Maroons to Angola’s Queen Nzinga in Before 1619: She Took Justice\, each film addresses the power to rise above oppression and injustice to rebirth a new future for generations to come. \nThe program will be held on May 22\, 2025\, 6:30 pm at Riverside Church\, 91 Claremont Ave. (121 St). Tickets: $7 (plus Universe fees). \nFIlm Showcase \nRock Island Prison 1864 \nnarrative\, 6:49 min. \nProducer/Director: Joy Shannon \nGuarding Confederate POWS in a Civil War prison\, a runaway slave now Union soldier\, desperately fights for power\, or faces returning to slavery. Inspired by a true story. \nNana & The Black Monarchy \n7 min.\, documentary \nProducer/Director: Yaania Bell \nWhat even is Black Girl Magic? Well\, it’s the miraculous alchemy Black women and girls synthesize from the adversity\, abuse and subjugation they endure throughout their existence. Yaania Bell’s radically profound short documentary on the slutty social worker\, @Nanagal_ and her sex positive\, anti-patriarchal demonstrations\, introduces audiences to a colorful reality of BIPOC sexual assault and domestic violence survivors. \nReimagining Queen Nanny of the Maroons \n32 min.\, documentary \nProducers: Leo R. Douglas \nDirectors: Leo R. Douglas and Udemba Mclean \nWriters: Leo R. Douglas and Marcia Douglas \nDrawing on African spiritualism in which nature itself is sacred\, and West African cultures where women are traditional leaders and the female-form is commonly ecologically deified\, the “Reimagining Nanny” Project retelling of the story of Queen Nanny\, national heroine of Jamaica\, as a shaman of the forests\, healer\, priestess and protector of the springs and watersheds\, and commander of energies of the earth\, creatures\, mountains and valleys of the Blue and John Crow Mountains of Jamaica. \nBefore 1619: She Took Justice \n29:58 min.\, documentary \nProducer: Gloria Browne-Marshall\, The Law and Policy Group\, Inc. \nDirector: Bobby John Field \nJourney to Angola and discover the feats of an extraordinary African warrior Queen who fought European invaders in the 1660s and her powerful connection today. \nThe program is funded\, in part\, by the West Harlem Development Corporation\, National Endowment for the Arts\, New York State Council on the Arts\, Concil members Crystal Hudson (CD 35) and Farah Louis (CD 45).
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/reel-sisters-presents-i-own-me-the-spirit-of-resistance-rebirth/
LOCATION:Riverside Church\, 91 Claremont Ave\, New York\, NY\, 10027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Screening
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SUMMARY:Financing Your Film (without Selling Your Soul)
DESCRIPTION:Create a successful plan to finance your film in our online workshop with Jeff Rivera. \nRegistration: $20 (plus Eventbrite Fees) \nVirtual workshop — join us online! \nJeff Rivera is a writer\, producer\, and founding partner at Collective Five Entertainment\, a collective of media companies telling universal stories through the lens of Black and Brown voices. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of Bypass Hollywood. He has worked with Oscar and Emmy winners\, bestselling authors\, and thought leaders across media. Known for championing independent creators\, Rivera specializes in developing compelling content that breaks barriers and resonates globally. \nTired of getting ghosted by grant applications? Whether you’re making a Harlem-themed doc or an animated short\, you’ll learn how to finance your film without losing creative control. \nThis interactive workshop pulls back the curtain on how to actually raise money for your film—without giving up ownership or control. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned filmmaker\, Jeff walks you through proven strategies to lower your budget to something achievable and raise that first $5\,000 to $10\,000 to get started. This hands-on workshop is for creators on every level and will walk you through the basic tools you’ll need to achieve the very first steps in funding your film. Discover multiple funding pathways: angel investments\, brand partnerships\, rebates\, and crowdfunding options. \nReel Sisters is supported\, in part\, by the National Endowment for the Arts\, West Harlem Development Corp.\, New York State Council on the Arts and private donors.
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/financing-your-film-without-selling-your-soul/
LOCATION:ONLINE – New York Time Zone
CATEGORIES:Finance,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Scriptwriting Essentials: The Art of Writing Strong Female Characters ™ Series
DESCRIPTION:Calling All Aspiring Screenwriters! Struggling to write your first script? We’ve got you covered!Scriptwriting Essentials: Writing Strong Female CharactersLed by writer & producer Rachel Ingram \nPresented by Reel Sisters & BRICThis is your moment to shine! Secure your spot now! \nDATES: 4/15/25\, 4/17/25\, 4/22/25\, 4/29/25 (Zoom)\, 5/1/25 (Zoom) and 5/8/25. \nRegistration Fee: $225 (plus Universe fees) \nWORKSHOP SELLS OUT QUICKLY\, REGISTER ASAP! \nWriters are welcomed to join us virtually or in person. \nEnjoy a beginning scriptwriting workshop that will cover the essentials of writing scripts for TV\, Film and Web Series. Turn your story concept into a script for film\, television series or a digital media series. Create a character driven script for your audience. Our professional instructors have successfully guided writers in developing scripts for film and television. \nScriptwriting Essentials will offer tips on pitching your script to such major content platforms as OWN\, Netflix\, Lifetime and HBO. You will learn how to write strong and richly layered women characters as well as the nuts and bolts of writing scripts that sell. Enjoy a nurturing and open creative environment where you will have a chance to write your first script or develop a work-in-progress. \nThe workshop is being presented by Reel Sisters\, the first Oscar Qualifying Festival for short narratives devoted to women filmmakers\, and BRIC\, the leading presenter of free cultural programming in Brooklyn\, and one of the largest in New York City. Scriptwriting Essentials is a Trademark of Reel Sisters\, the nation’s leading film festival devoted to women of color. Reel Sisters will be held on Oct.25-26\, 2025 in Brooklyn. African Voices\, an arts organization founded in 1992\, sponsors Reel Sisters. \nBRIC presents and incubates new work by artists and media-makers who reflect the diversity that surrounds us.#WritingCommunity #AspiringWriters #ScriptWriting
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/scriptwriting-essentials-the-art-of-writing-strong-female-characters-april152025/
LOCATION:BRIC\, 647 Fulton St.\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217\, United States
CATEGORIES:Screenwriting,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Reel Sisters + BRIC Scriptwriting Lab: Create Strong Female Characters
DESCRIPTION:Reel Sisters + BRIC Summer Scriptwriting Lab (HYBRID) \n \nRegistration includes admission to Screenwriting Symposium! \nAre you seeking a nurturing environment to revise your screenplay? Do you have a project in development and need to refine your first screenplay? Are you interested in creating strong female characters that resonate with audiences? \nReel Sisters + BRIC Screenwriting Lab is a four session course that includes a weekend intensive designed to give independent screenwriters the opportunity to work on scripts for television\, film and streaming platforms like OWN\, Netflix and Amazon. Join a writers’ boot camp devoted to developing risk-taking narratives and creating scripts with richly layered female characters. The Lab will accept in-person and online applicants. \nWriters will work in small groups and one-on-one with veteran writer/producer Lorisa Bates\, the CEO of Batesville Media\, LLC and former VP of Content Strategy at BET Networks where she was responsible for greenlighting 70+ movies. \nYou will enjoy a weekend working in a supportive environment of professional producers\, directors and screenwriters dedicated to helping you achieve your writing goals. Revise key elements of your feature length or short film script and create a dynamic elevator pitch. \nEligibility + Application: Writers must submit a synopsis (1 page maximum) and short sample of their screenplay (10 pages maximum) with a short bio (2-3 sentences). At the end of the lab\, several screenwriters will have an opportunity to showcase an excerpt of their work at a staged reading hosted by Reel Sisters and BRIC in the fall. Writing teams are welcome. \nRegistration Fee: $225\, plus Eventbrite Fees. Slots are limited so register in advance. If you are not accepted\, you will receive a $200 refund (the application fee is non-refundable). You will be e-mailed a secure link to send your writing sample and synopsis shortly after you register. \nABOUT REEL SISTERS & BRIC \nThe Scriptwriting Lab is co-presented by Reel Sisters\, the first Oscar Qualifying Festival for short narratives devoted to women filmmakers\, and BRIC\, the leading presenter of free cultural programming in Brooklyn\, and one of the largest in New York City. BRIC presents and incubates new work by artists and media-makers who reflect the diversity that surrounds us. Reel Sisters Film Festival will be held on October 19-20\, 2024. \nFor more information visit www.reelsisters.org | www.BRICartsmedia.org.
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/reel-sisters-bric-scriptwriting-lab-create-strong-female-characters/
LOCATION:TBA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Screenwriting,Symposium,Workshop
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SUMMARY:A Juneteenth Celebration: "Lift Every Voice and Sing"
DESCRIPTION:African Voices’ Art Director\, Derick Cross\, is hosting a Juneteenth celebration at AV! This is a free community event and open mic. \n“Pop up and let your voice be heard!” RSVP for free at this link. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/a-juneteenth-celebration-lift-every-voice-and-sing/
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SUMMARY:Harlem Family Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Reel Sisters for an afternoon of family-friendly films at our Harlem Family Day celebration! In addition to screening a diverse lineup of short films\, there will be a children’s workshop dedicated to teaching young kids the art of filmmaking! No supplies or experience needed. \n\n\nFeatured shorts include Harlem Fragments\, directed by Cameron Tyler Carr\, and Musica Quarantena directed Lilian T. Mehrel. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHarlem Fragments \nDirector/Writer: Cameron Tyler Carr Producers: Flor Tejada\, Collin Meath\, Ben Thompson\, Salma Qarnain. \nWriters: Cameron Tyler Carr\, Wes Andre Goodrich and Danielle Therese Dougé. \nNarrative\, 17 min. \nAn Afro-futurist scrapbook storytelling of a Harlem Black family’s beautiful destruction during the 2008 recession. A natural disaster so mesmerizing you can’t look away from the tragedy. Based on true events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMusica Quarantena \nDirector/Writer: Lilian T. Mehrel \nAnimator: Danielle Rhoda \nAnimation\, 3:46 min. \nA little girl’s love for her bedridden Papa inspires a town in lockdown to make music out their windows. The film stars Elisa del Genio (HBO’s MY BRILLIANT FRIEND). \n\n\nTickets are $8 per person or $6 per person for groups of 2 or more\, plus Eventbrite fees. Complete schedule to come soon. \n 
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/harlem-family-day/
CATEGORIES:Film Screening
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SUMMARY:Paint n' Sip: Mandalas For Juneteenth
DESCRIPTION:Come out for a special Juneteenth edition of our Paint n’ Sip event! Multi-dimensional visual artist instructor Khuumba Ama will lead this workshop. The theme is “Mandalas for Juneteenth.” Participants will create a mandala reflecting their own visual celebration of Juneteenth! \nJoin us at African Voices to commemorate this important day together through art\, community\, and good vibes. Price ($30) includes crafts and snacks! \n  \n \nAbout Khuumba Ama \nKhuumba Ama hails from the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor of Savannah\, Georgia. She now resides in Harlem\, USA. She is a full-time Multi-Dimensional Visual Artist\, Poet/Storyteller\, Photographer\, Curator\, Filmmaker\, Educator\, and Reiki Inspirational Therapist. \nShe has exhibited and performed nationally and internationally. Khuumba has left her mark in Africa\, throughout the Caribbean\, as well as the United States.
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/paint-n-sip-mandalas-for-juneteenth/
CATEGORIES:African Voices,Art,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Print n' Sip: Fine Arts Printmaking with Sadikisha
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for art workshops in Brooklyn? Join us for an evening of creativity and cultural exploration at our Print n’ Paint event! Master fine arts printmaker and visual artist Sadikisha Saundra Collier will guide you through the process of creating your very own African mask print using ink and paper. \nStudents will experiment with making one or two prints of their own to take home. Complimentary wine will be served. Purchase your tickets here.  \n \nAbout the teaching artist \nMs. Sadikisha Saundra Collier is a native New Yorker\, born and raised in Bedford-Stuyvesant\, Brooklyn\, N.Y. She is a multi-media artist but is primarily known and recognized as a Master printmaker. Her work ranges from prints\, paintings\, collage\, computer graphics\, and stained glass. \nSadikisha has a Master in Education from Cambridge College in Boston\, a Bachelor of Fine Arts\, and a Museum and Gallery Management Certificate from California College of Arts and Crafts. Her work is in the collection of Ed Bradley of 60 Minutes\, The Honorable David Dinkins\, The Honorable former Councilman Al Vann\, Whitney Houston\, Carver Bank\, Thelonious Monk Jr.\, Valerie Bell-Bey\, and a host of others. \nSadikisha has exhibited with such notable artists as Jacob Lawrence\, Tom Feelings\, Otto Neals\, Bob Blackburn\, Ernest Crichlow\, Ann Tanksley\, Ted Gunn\, Vincent Smith\, Varnette Honeywood and many others. She has also been a 2003 Nubian Women’s Circle of Art Award Honoree and a finalist in two projects with MTA Arts for transit (Utica Avenue A train and Franklin Ave. Shuttle). She was commissioned to design two images for A&B carpets\, which were distributed in stores throughout the U.S. Sadikisha also designed 24 bookmarks for A&B books. \nAbout African Voices \nAfrican Voices Communications\, Inc.\, a non-profit arts organization\, is dedicated to fostering cultural understanding through art\, literature and film. Founded in 1992\, our mission is carried out through public programs\, arts appreciation and the publication of African Voices magazine. The magazine plays a pivotal role in helping writers and visual artists establish careers in art and publishing. Our writers have published work in poetry and fiction anthologies\, while others have completed novels and memoirs. The magazine reaches 38\,000+ followers via our websites and social media networks. African Voices has earned national respect among the literary community for publishing excellent fiction\, poetry and artwork.
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/print-n-sip-fine-arts-printmaking-with-sadikisha/
CATEGORIES:African Voices,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Master Class on Writing Strong Female Characters for TV & Digital Media
DESCRIPTION:This is a three-week virtual master class. The class meets on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM and Saturdays from 1 to 3 PM. See the exact dates below. \nEmmy award-winning television veteran writer and film producer Valerie C. Woods will lead our master scriptwriting workshop that will cover the essentials of writing scripts for TV\, Film and Digital Media. The six-session workshop will focus on giving you a strong foundation in story and character development. You will learn how to create strong and richly layered women characters as well as the nuts and bolts of writing scripts. Enjoy a nurturing and open creative environment where you will have a chance to write the first draft of your script or develop a work-in-progress. Polish log lines and beat sheets that will help you pitch your project to HBO\, Disney or major television and film studios. \nGet tickets here. Once you have registered you will be sent information on the process for accessing the class online. You will also be given access to a folder with your first reading assignment and the syllabus. \nClass dates are as follows: \n\n5/30/24\n6/1/24\n6/8/24\n6/13/24\n6/15/24\n\nABOUT REEL SISTERS & BRIC \nThe online workshop is being presented by Reel Sisters\, the first Oscar Qualifying Festival for short narratives devoted to women filmmakers\, and BRIC\, the leading presenter of free cultural programming in Brooklyn\, and one of the largest in New York City. Scriptwriting Essentials & Master Class for Writing Strong Female Characters is a Trademark of Reel Sisters. Reel Sisters will be held on Oct. 19-20\, 2024 in Brooklyn. \nScriptwriting Essentials is supported by the National Endowment for the Art\, the New York State Council on the Arts\, the Brooklyn Arts Council\, Council members Crystal Hudson and Farah Louis. \nBRIC presents and incubates new work by artists and media-makers who reflect the diversity that surrounds us. \nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR \nValerie C. Woods is a writer/producer in television and film and is also a publisher\, editor\, and author. Her most recent work (2019-2020) was as Writer/Co-Executive Producer on Season 2 of the Netflix drama series Sweet Magnolias. She also worked in the same position for Season 4 (2018-2019) of the critically acclaimed television drama series Queen Sugar\, airing on Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). Currently\, she is in development through her MCV Productions banner on a limited series based on Wrapped in Rainbows – The Life of Zora Neale Hurston\, the award-winning biography written by Valerie Boyd and A Cowboy to Remember\, a romance novel in the Cowboys of California trilogy by Rebekah Weatherspoon. \nAs one of four instructors trained by acclaimed screenwriter\, author and teacher Syd Field\, Valerie has served as Creative Director for Syd Field – The Art of Visual Storytelling platform. She also taught as Adjunct Faculty in the Stephens College Low-Residency MFA in TV and Screenwriting program (2016-2020). In Fall 2020\, Valerie joined the University of Georgia as a Screenwriting Mentor in their Low-Residency MFA in Narrative Media Writing.
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/master-class-on-writing-strong-female-characters-for-tv-digital-media/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:The Black Joy Project: Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Tap into Black joy in an intimate writing workshop led by Kleaver Cruz\, the creator of The Black Joy Project\, a digital and real-world affirmation that Black joy is resistance. \nKleaver is a Black queer creative\, writer and educator who has presented and conducted work across the African Diaspora in places like Brazil\, South Africa and The Netherlands\, among other countries. On Wednesday evening\, May 22nd\, 2024\, Kleaver will present a workshop\, leading students through writing exercises and prompts to inspire well-being\, reflection\, and\, of course\, Black joy. \n  \n \nAbout The Black Joy Project \nInternational in the scale\, fist-raising in the prose\, and chockfull of gorgeous works by dozens of acclaimed artists\, The Black Joy Project does what no other book has ever done. In words and art\, it puts joy on the same track as protest and resistance … because that is how life is actually lived. Uprisings in the street\, with music as accompaniment. Heartbreaking funerals followed by second line parades. Microaggressions in the office\, then coming home to a warm hug and a garden of lilacs. The list goes on. \nBlack Joy is always held in tension with broader systemic wounds. It is a powerful\, historically important salve that allows us to keep going and reimagine new ways of being. The Black Joy Project captures these dual realities to incredible\, unforgettable effect. \nThe brainchild of educator and activist Kleaver Cruz\, The Black Joy Project is an extension of a real-world initiative of the same name. It has become a source of healing and regeneration for Black people of all backgrounds and identities. Long overdue and somehow still worth the wait\, The Black Joy Project is a necessary addition for any book lover\, art enthusiast\, or freedom fighter. And begs the question\, What does Black Joy mean to you?
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/the-black-joy-project-writing-workshop/
CATEGORIES:African Voices,Literary,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Reel Sisters Celebrates Women in Hip Hop & AV's 50th Issue
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of readings and episode screening of Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip Hop\, a Netflix docuseries honoring the powerful women of hip hop music and culture. CR Capers\, founder of Harlem Film House & the Hip Hop Film Festival\, will lead a discussion with Crystal Whaley\, co-executive producer of episode 4 of Ladies First\, DJ Franchella\, Liza Jessie Peterson\, director/writer of Black Love Manifesto\, and Evangeline Lawson\, photographer and front cover artists of African Voices’ Hip Hop @50th Issue. \nDerick Cross\, AV Art Director and beatbox performer\, will MC the event. The evening will kick off with selected readings from our issue\, including a special performance by reg e gaines\, a poet\, playwright\, director\, lecturer\, and artistic director of the Downtown Urban Arts Festival since 2007. He is the author of four books of poetry and is currently writing and producing The 88\, with music by Calvin Gaines. \nThis event is FREE. Donations are welcome! To RSVP or donate\, visit this link.
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/reel-sisters-celebrates-women-in-hip-hop-avs-50th-issue/
CATEGORIES:Film Screening
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SUMMARY:Book Swap Party
DESCRIPTION:Join African Voices at our Book Swap event! Admission is simple: bring along a favorite book that you’re ready to share with fellow book lovers. All genres are welcome\, but in honor of Women’s History Month\, the book MUST be by a woman or non-binary author of color. Come prepared to talk about the book you’ll be parting with and what it means to you! Light refreshments will be served. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! \nTo reserve your spot\, RSVP at the website below.
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/book-swap-party/
CATEGORIES:African Voices,Literary
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SUMMARY:African Voices Hip Hop @ 50 Community Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special community day celebrating the 50th anniversary of hip hop! There will be poetry readings\, a creative writing workshop\, and more. Full schedule to be announced soon! \nThis event is FREE. Suggested donation is $7. RSVP at the link here.
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/african-voices-hip-hop-50-community-day/
CATEGORIES:African Voices
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SUMMARY:Sip n' Paint: Women's History Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join African Voices as we raise our glasses and brushes to celebrate Women’s History Month in style! Bring your girlfriends or come solo for an evening filled with creativity\, sisterhood\, and wine that keeps flowing as we celebrate the achievements of remarkable women — ourselves included! Enjoy a guided painting session in a relaxed atmosphere\, led by local artist Gabrielle Lyons\, where you can sip on your favorite drinks and connect with community. \nTickets are $25. To purchase\, follow the website link below. \nNotes: Our space is small\, so please note that only ticket holders will be permitted indoors. All supplies\, wine\, and light refreshments are included. Please arrive on time to ensure enough time to complete your creation.  \nAbout the teaching artist:  \nGabrielle Lyons is a Brooklyn-based illustrator and multimedia artist with a unique aesthetic influenced by 80s/90s illustrations\, african-american spirituality\, dark glamour\, and magical realism. Her diverse portfolio spans digital art\, mixed media\, and painting\, engaging with socio-economic issues\, race\, mythical storytelling\, and pop culture references.
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/sip-n-paint-womens-history-month-celebration/
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SUMMARY:"Journey" Artist Talk
DESCRIPTION:Experience Journey\, an art exhibition featuring the artworks of Sadikisha Saundra Collier through the dynamic lens of the artist herself. On Saturday\, March 2\, 2024\, join us at African Voices Gallery for an Artist Talk and discover rich narratives and intricate details of Collier’s creations. Meet the artist herself and delve deeper into the inspirations behind her compelling artwork. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to view Journey one last time! \n  \nRSVP at the website below.
URL:https://www.africanvoices.com/event/journey-artist-talk/
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