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SUMMARY:Black Book Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Black Book Expo\, Sat • 3p – 7p\, Sun • 3p – 6p \nElegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad Street Free. Refreshments Available. \nThe public is invited to meet authors and browse and buy books to complement personal collections. A variety of titles will be available for adults and children.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-black-book-expo-2/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190413T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190413T153000
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SUMMARY:In the Beginning… Virginia\, Along the Trail of Enslaved Africans
DESCRIPTION:  \nElegba Folklore Society’s monthly tour program has begun!  Reserve your space for the second Saturday.  Reservations and details:  story1@efsinc.org  \nJourney into Richmond’s history to visit the sites where few monuments exist.  These newly marked sites tell the other half of the story; the story that lives between the pages of history books — in red\, white and black.  An interactive experience along the Trail of Enslaved Africans\, attendees have the chance to ponder the impact of enslavement on the enslaved as shared in their own words and from their own view.  Embarking by bus after a contextual visit to the Society’s cultural center\, participants will walk in our ancestors’ footsteps from their arrival point at river’s edge into Shockoe Bottom\, the area of Richmond that housed the holding pens\, jails\, blocks and burial ground.  The interpreters will interweave the narratives of enslaved Africans with the historical record\, characterizations of the day and music.  Disembarking from your bus and along the walk\, participants will have the chance to immerse themselves in past occurrences that impact our perspectives today. \n\n \n  \nListen to Elegba Folklore Society’s Program Director Omilade Janine Bell as she speaks on the Trail of Enslaved Africans. \nhttp://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/TrailOfEnslavedAfricansRadio-1.mp3\nLiving History\, Richmond’s Slave Trail – via WVTF.org\nhttp://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/slave_trail_web.mp3
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/in-the-beginning-virginia-along-the-trail-of-enslaved-africans-2/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190407T173359Z
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SUMMARY:Community Study Group\, What Is Africa to Me?
DESCRIPTION:In this Community Study Group\, we explore and discuss history\, culture and contemporary affairs throughout the African Diaspora with former Virginia State University professor\, Neal Holmes\, political scientist and historian. \nWhat Is Africa To Me?\nElegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\nMonthly. Free.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/community-study-group-what-is-africa-to-me/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190420T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190420T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
CREATED:20190407T172235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190407T172433Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Saturday Documentaries at Elegba Folklore Society: Al Jazeera’s “Favela Rising”
DESCRIPTION:Join us in our Cultural Center every 3rd Saturday in the month as we present cinematic works created by black filmmakers across the diaspora. \n\nFeatured Documentary: Favela Rising \nFavela Rising is a 2005 documentary film by American directors Jeff Zimbalist and Matt Mochary. It was produced by Sidetrack Films and VOY Pictures. It debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 24\, 2005 where it won the award for Best New Documentary Filmmaker for Zimbalist and Mochary. The film’s look at life in Brazil’s slums won it further awards such as Best Documentary Film from the New York Latino Film Festival and Best Feature Documentary from Big Sky Documentary Film Festival. The film has won over twenty-five international festival awards and was short-listed for an Oscar. \nThe film focuses on the work of Anderson Sá\, a former drug trafficker who establishes the grassroots movement AfroReggae. The group\, Grupo Cultural AfroReggae (AfroReggae Cultural Group)\, was initially intended to draw in adolescents interested in a number of musical genres. These genres include\, but are not limited to soul\, reggae\, rap\, and hip-hop. Early on\, Grupo Cultural AfroReggae offered a different type of education to the youth it attracted. This education included workshops focusing on dance\, recycling\, football\, percussion\, and more. The group aims at using music and education to better the lives of youth and prevent further growth of gangs. Grupo Cultural AfroReggae believes that through education\, there is a greater likelihood that adolescents will not get caught up in drugs and gang violence.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/3rd-saturday-documentaries-at-elegba-folklore-society-al-jazeeras-favela-rising/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190503T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190503T210000
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CREATED:20190501T013314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190501T013314Z
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SUMMARY:New Art Exhibit: The Fire Inside -The Paintings of Kelly U. Johnson
DESCRIPTION:NEW ART AT ELEGBA FOLKLORE SOCIETY\n“The Fire Inside“\nfeaturing the paintings of Kelly U. Johnson \nMay 3 – August 31\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n              \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA native of Louisville\, KY\, Kelly U. Johnson is a self-taught visual artist who was born to create.  She honed her skills at the University of Louisville.  The Fire Inside expresses her passion — her love and drive to inspire others with evolution stories.  Ms. Johnson shares\, “I use texture to reveal experiences\, vibrant colors to represent and idea…feeling or even presence within the story.”\n\nAcrylic paint is her favorite because it allows ideas and layering to form and change while creating.\n\nHer work has appeared in publications\, and she has shown at several galleries in Richmond\, the Taubman Museum in Roanoke and the Mize Gallery in Saint Petersburg\, FL\, among others.  Her work is a part of collections in Saint Petersburg\, Houston\, Virginia Beach\, VCU Children’s Hospital and her hometown of Louisville.\n\nThe Fire Inside will include original works and prints.  Ms. Johnson will give a gallery talk during the opening reception.\n\n\n\nFor more\, contact Elegba Folklore Society at 804.644.3900 or story1@efsinc.org.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/new-art-exhibit-the-fire-inside-the-paintings-of-kelly-u-johnson/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190525T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190525T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
CREATED:20190518T000935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190518T000956Z
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SUMMARY:African Community Network & Elegba Folklore Society Present - Africa Day
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URL:https://efsinc.org/event/african-community-network-elegba-folklore-society-present-africa-day/
LOCATION:Richmond Public Library\, 101 E Franklin St.\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190614T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190614T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
CREATED:20190517T235355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190518T000417Z
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SUMMARY:JUNETEENTH\, A FREEDOM CELEBRATION - Symposium – JUNE 14\, 2019
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth\, A Freedom Celebration June 14 – 16\, 2019\n \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n\n\n\n\n  \n \n\nThis year’s Keynote Speaker:  Dr. Molefi Kete AsanteAs a people\, our most cherished and valuable achievements are the achievements of spirit. With an Afrocentric spirit\, all things can be made to happen; it is the source of genuine revolutionary commitment. – Dr. Molefi Kete Asante\n \n\nJune 14 • The Symposium featuring Dr. Molefi Kete Asante\nDr. Asante is a professor of American American Studies at Temple University and president of the Molefi Kete Asante Institute for Afrocentric Studies in Philadelphia. In coining “Afrocentricity\,” he says: \n“I chose the term Afrocentricity to emphasize the fact that African people had been moved off of our own terms for the past four hundred years. In other words\, Africans were not simply removed from Africa to the Americas\, but Africans were separated from philosophies\, languages\, religions\, myths and cultures. \nFinding a way to relocate or to reorient our thinking was essential to the presentation of African cultural reality. In fact\, without such a reorientation\, Africans have nothing to bring to the table of humanity but the experiences of Europeans\, those who initially moved Africans off of social\, cultural and psychological terms.” \nJune 15 • Independence Day Our Way\nCome to this Independence Day backyard party! Enjoy music\, games\, shopping\, food and history all laid out by the river in the sacred space of the Manchester Dock. At dusk\, the Torch Lit Night Walk Along the Trail of Enslaved Africans. \nJune 16 • Homage to the Ancestors\nEngage in African spirituality and thanksgiving at the African Burial Ground. \nPurchase Tickets \n\nCONTACT US
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/juneteenth-a-freedom-celebration-june-14-16-2019/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190615T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190615T190000
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CREATED:20190517T235741Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth\, A Freedom Celebration - Independence Day Our Way - JUNE 15\, 2019
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth\, A Freedom Celebration June 14 – 16\, 2019\n \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n\n\n\n\n  \n \n\nThis year’s Keynote Speaker:  Dr. Molefi Kete AsanteAs a people\, our most cherished and valuable achievements are the achievements of spirit. With an Afrocentric spirit\, all things can be made to happen; it is the source of genuine revolutionary commitment. – Dr. Molefi Kete Asante\n \n\nJune 15 • Independence Day Our Way \nManchester Dock\, 1308 Brander Street\, 23224 \nFamilies are invited to an independence day celebration like no other. Enjoy music curated a party master D.J. spiced with history and social justice commentaries.  Dr. Molefi Asante will lead the featured\, Get Woke Youth Summit on cultural education for ages 10 – 20. There will also be heritage crafts for the children\, jump rope and hula hoop contests\, African dance and drum workshops for all plus shopping in The Freedom Market\, more.  Elegba Folklore Society’s performers provide important Afrocentric context for examining the American enslavement of African people\, and the event culminates with the Annual Torch Lit Night Walk on the Trail of Enslaved Africans. \n  \nPurchase Tickets \n\nCONTACT US
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/juneteenth-a-freedom-celebration-independence-day-our-way-june-15-2019/
LOCATION:Manchester Dock\, 139 Virginia Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190616T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190616T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
CREATED:20190518T000204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T012135Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth\, A Freedom Celebration - Homage to the Ancestors - JUNE 16\, 2019
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth\, A Freedom Celebration June 14 – 16\, 2019\n \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n\n\n\n\n  \n \n\nThis year’s Keynote Speaker:  Dr. Molefi Kete AsanteAs a people\, our most cherished and valuable achievements are the achievements of spirit. With an Afrocentric spirit\, all things can be made to happen; it is the source of genuine revolutionary commitment. – Dr. Molefi Kete Asante\n \n\nJune 16 • Homage to the Ancestors \nAfrican Burial Ground\, 16th & Broad Streets \n\n\n\n\n\nOn Sunday\, West African spirit rituals and ceremony refresh and invite an open- ness to say “thank you.” Lead by Virginia Ile O.I.D.S.I.\, it’s Homage to the An- cestors at the African Burial Ground\, 16th and Broad Streets\, in ceremony\, drumming and song. Attendees may bring an offering for the altar. White or African attire is requested. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets \n\nCONTACT US
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/juneteenth-a-freedom-celebration-homage-to-the-ancestors-june-16-2019/
LOCATION:Richmond’s African Burial Ground\, Both Sides of the 1500 Block of E. Broad St.\, Richmond\, 23219
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190817T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190817T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
CREATED:20190728T004232Z
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SUMMARY:29th Annual Down Home Family Reunion
DESCRIPTION:Down Home Family Reunion\, A Celebration of African American Folklife is a downtown weekend festival that celebrates African American folklife with world music and dance\, the Heritage Market\, special children’s events\, interactive site demonstrations and delicious down home food. It is designed to show aspects of West African cultural traditions that are African American and that have been absorbed by the American South. This is one of the Society’s original programs created in 1990.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/29th-annual-down-home-family-reunion/
LOCATION:Abner Clay Park\, Brook Road and West Clay Street\, Richmond\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190831T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190831T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
CREATED:20190829T031209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T031209Z
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SUMMARY:2019 AfroFest RVA
DESCRIPTION:AfroFest RVA is returning once again! \nEnjoy food\, music\, African performances\, a fashion show\, children activities and much more! \n“The purpose of AfroFest RVA is to help Africans who have relocated to Richmond form home bases to create connections between other African Nations living in Richmond\, as well as to create quality friendships and community connections with the citizens of Richmond\,” Enrichmond.comsays. \n\nAfroFest RVA will be held on Aug. 31\, from 12-6 p.m. at Pine Camp Arts and Community Center.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/2019-afrofest-rva/
LOCATION:Pine Camp Park\, 4901 Old Brook Rd.\, Richmond\, VA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190906T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190906T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
CREATED:20190531T000722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190531T000722Z
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SUMMARY:Dominion Energy Center for the Performing Arts 10th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:On September 6\, 2019 at 7:30PM\, RPAA will celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the opening of Dominion Energy Center for the Performing Arts (which opened as Richmond CenterStage in 2009). Presented by Altria Group\, Virginia Repertory Theatre’s Artistic Director\, Nathaniel Shaw\, will bring together our resident companies – City Dance Theatre\, Elegba Folklore Society\, Latin Ballet of Virginia\, Quill Theatre\, Richmond Ballet\, Richmond Symphony\, SPARC\, Virginia Opera and Virginia Repertory Theatre- for a collaborative performance to celebrate the transformative power of the arts in our community. There is no better way to highlight the mission of RPAA than to provide the Richmond community with access to the incredible local talent of these organizations! \nTickets at: DominionEnergyCenter.com or call 1.800.514.ETIX (3849) \nTickets for the performance will be $27-$42. Use discount code: RPAA10 for 10% off any ticket!\nLink to tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/2350036/
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/dominion-energy-center-for-the-performing-arts-10th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:VA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190915T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190915T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
CREATED:20190828T002703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190828T002703Z
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SUMMARY:Soulful Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Admission is FREE! \nFrom their first arrival in 1619\, Africans & African Americans have contributed to and shaped our nation’s culture in countless ways. Their traditions reflect through art\, music\, food\, religion\, and most of all\, the convictions of hope\, determination\, and courage. They have left an indelible and enduring mark on American society. \nCome celebrate and commemorate these traditions with dance & music performances\, arts & craft activities\, historical portrayals\, and product & food vendors!
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/soulful-sunday/
LOCATION:Eastern Henrico Recreation Center\, 1440 N. Laburnum Avenue\, Richmond\, VA\, 23223\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
CREATED:20190828T004556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190828T004556Z
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SUMMARY:Community Study Group\, What Is Africa to Me?
DESCRIPTION:In this Community Study Group\, we explore and discuss history\, culture and contemporary affairs throughout the African Diaspora with former Virginia State University professor\, Neal Holmes\, political scientist and historian. \nWhat Is Africa To Me?\nElegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\nMonthly. Free.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/community-study-group-what-is-africa-to-me-2/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
CREATED:20191022T230749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191022T230749Z
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SUMMARY:Meet Maasai Chief Josefph Ole Tipanko
DESCRIPTION:MEET MAASAI CHIEF JOSEPH OLE TIPANKO VISITING WITH HIS DELEGATION FROM KENYA \nHe and his delegation will speak about Maasai culture — Maasai origins\, traditional belief systems\, rights of passage and more. Attendees can enjoy a performance of Maasai traditional dance and poetry. Plus\, handmade jewelry and other art items by Maasai women will be available for sale. Authentically collectible. \nPlus\, learn about community development in the Ngong Hills of the Great Rift Valley of southern Kenya. \nFree. Bring the family.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/meet-maasai-chief-josefph-ole-tipanko/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
CREATED:20191204T233155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191204T234437Z
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SUMMARY:Community Study Group\, What Is Africa to Me?
DESCRIPTION:In this Community Study Group\, we explore and discuss history\, culture and contemporary affairs throughout the African Diaspora with former Virginia State University professor\, Neal Holmes\, political scientist and historian. \nWhat Is Africa To Me?\nElegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\nMonthly. Free.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/community-study-group-what-is-africa-to-me-3/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191221T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191221T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
CREATED:20191204T235131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191216T235434Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Saturday Documentaries:  Black Indians of New Orleans
DESCRIPTION:THE BLACK INDIANS OF NEW ORLEANS \n“This classic award-winning documentary is the first definitive treatment of the origins and rituals of the Black Mardi Gras Indians of New Orleans\, It features two tribes: The Yellow Pocahontas led by Big Chief Allison “Tootie” Montana\, and The White Eagles\, led by Big Chief Gerald “Jake” Milon. The first part of the film reveals the sociocultural history of the Mardi Gras Indians\, their costume prepartion\, music\, songs\, dance and gatherings for a ritual practice. The second part is a sunrise to sunset visual account of the processions and street culture of the Black Indians on Mardi Gras Day. The film was screened for a full week in the New York Whitney Museum’s New Filmmakers Series. also was a finalist in the Cine Golden Eagle Awards and was screened at the Margaret Mead Film Festival. International festivals/screenings include: The Pompedeau Centre in Paris; London; Berlin; West Africa.”
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/3rd-saturday-documentaries-black-indians-of-new-orleans/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movie Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191228T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063816
CREATED:20191214T172306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191216T235143Z
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SUMMARY:Capital City Kwanzaa Festival   December 28\, 2019
DESCRIPTION:Capital City Kwanzaa Festival   December 28\, 2019 \n \n  \n  \n  \n\n  \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n        \n                  \n          \n    \n    \n  \n\n\n\n \n\nCapital City Kwanzaa Festival presents performances\, workshops\, children’s activities\, The African Market\, food and more observe the year’s-end Kwanzaa holiday\, a cultural affirmation of values\, thanksgiving and growth.  This event is the largest of its kind in Virginia\, and therefore\, one of the largest on the East Coast. Elegba Folklore Society’s Artistic Director first produced a Kwanzaa program in Richmond in 1986 and the Society first presented its festival in 1990.  (Annually during the December Kwanzaa Holiday) \n2019 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival Details \nInterested in Vending for 2019 Click Here \n\nCONTACT US
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/capital-city-kwanzaa-festival-december-28-2019/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King\, Jr Middle School\, 1000 Mosby St\,  Richmond\, VA\, 23223
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200123
DTSTAMP:20260404T063817
CREATED:20200124T042210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200123T042900Z
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SUMMARY:Black Book Expo - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:pThe Black Book Expo\, Sat • Feb 22\, Sun • Feb 23 \nElegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad Street Free. Refreshments Available. \nThe public is invited to meet authors and browse and buy books to complement personal collections. A variety of titles will be available for adults and children.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/black-book-expo-day-2/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200215T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063817
CREATED:20200204T034048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200204T034154Z
UID:2722-1581786000-1581793200@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:3rd Saturday Documentaries
DESCRIPTION:3RD SATURDAY DOCUMENTARIES SAT\, FEB 22 • 5P\n\n\n \n\n\nBASQUIAT: RAGE TO RICHES\n\n\n \n\n\nNearly 30 years after his death from a drug overdose in 1988\, the legendary artist Jean-Michel Basquiat managed to take the world by storm yet again\, when one of his Skull paintings from 1982 recently sold at Sotheby’s for the record-breaking sum of 110 million dollars.\n\n\n \n\n\nThe monetary value and art historical importance of work by this former Downtown NYC graffiti artist is now considered alongside the stars of 20th Century painting such as Pablo Picasso\, Jackson Pollock and Francis Bacon.\n\n\n \n\n\nBasquiat: Rage to Riches features exclusive interviews with Basquiat’s two sisters\, Lisane and Jeanine Basquiat\, who have never before spoken about their brother and his art for a television documentary. Contributing alongside them are some of the world’s most powerful and legendary art dealers\, including Bruno Bischofberger\, Larry Gagosian and Mary Boone. They helped fuel Basquiat’s reputation as he rocketed to art world fame while their own careers and fortunes may have benefited just as much\, and possibly more.\n\n\n \n\n\nWith striking candour\, art world colleagues and his most intimate friends\, lovers and fellow artists draw a portrait of a handsome\, charismatic and fragile personality – and spill the beans on the cash\, the drugs and the pernicious racism which Basquiat encountered.\n\n\n \n\n\nThe main weapon which Basquiat used to fight the prejudice was his art; the beating heart of this documentary is the painting – the game-changing ways in which it embodied and reflected breakthroughs in music\, poetry and a new type of expressionism in modern art.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/2722/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movie Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200223
DTSTAMP:20260404T063817
CREATED:20200123T041623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200123T042405Z
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SUMMARY:Black Book Expo - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:pThe Black Book Expo\, Sat • Feb 22\, Sun • Feb 23 \nElegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad Street Free. Refreshments Available. \nThe public is invited to meet authors and browse and buy books to complement personal collections. A variety of titles will be available for adults and children.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/black-book-expo-day-1/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Expo
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200226T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063817
CREATED:20200204T034526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200204T034526Z
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SUMMARY:Community Study Group\, What Is Africa to Me?
DESCRIPTION:In this Community Study Group\, we explore and discuss history\, culture and contemporary affairs throughout the African Diaspora with former Virginia State University professor\, Neal Holmes\, political scientist and historian. \nWhat Is Africa To Me?\nElegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\nMonthly. Free.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/community-study-group-what-is-africa-to-me-4/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063817
CREATED:20200411T222052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200411T222702Z
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SUMMARY:Wonder Wednesdays Facebook Live Begins April 15 at 11a
DESCRIPTION:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/20200409_2248555.mp4\nWho knew you would be home schooling?? Ęlęgba Folklore Society is launching a weekly story time for your children. We’re inviting you to gather your children and join us on Facebook Live for Wonder Wednesdays each week at 11a. Together\, we will explore African folktales and contemporary chidren’s stories from throughout the African Diaspora.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/wonder-wednesdays-facebook-live-begins-april-15-at-11a/
LOCATION:Facebook Live
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063817
CREATED:20200411T222447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200411T222556Z
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SUMMARY:The Thursday Cultural Forum Facebook & Instagram Live Begins April 16 at 6p.
DESCRIPTION:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/20200409_2248034.mp4\nWe are strong\, resilient and self-determined. Keeping this knowledge at the forefront of our minds gives us confidence and calm during this uncertain time. Join Ęlęgba Folklore Society on Facebook & Instagram Live every Thursday for The Thursday Cultural Forum at 6p. We will discuss various biographies\, occurrences and black facts that you can add to your protective armor. Seeing ourselves is our own empowerment.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-thursday-cultural-forum-facebook-instagram-live-begins-april-16-at-6p/
LOCATION:Facebook Live \ IG Live
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200501
DTSTAMP:20260404T063817
CREATED:20200331T013948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T014316Z
UID:2735-1588204800-1588291199@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:COVID-19 Update
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/covid-19-update/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200620T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200620T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063817
CREATED:20200604T002329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200620T163808Z
UID:2781-1592672400-1592683200@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:Juneteenth 2020\, A Freedom Celebration - Live Stream
DESCRIPTION:My countdownCountdown\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownloads:\n\n\n\nCraft making materials
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/juneteenth-2020-a-freedom-celebration-live-stream/
LOCATION:Facebook Live
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200811T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063817
CREATED:20200810T213453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200810T214133Z
UID:2851-1597168800-1597179600@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:Chief Oluwo Obafemi Fayemi to Visit Richmond - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Our inner reality determines our outer reality. As the global vibration is shifting amid demands for social justice\, what powers us to be the change? Be with Elegba Folklore Society as we explore the spiritual path of the Yoruba\, Ifa\,as a tool for guidance & clarity. \nPlease contact us if you would like to schedule a personal reading\,
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/chief-oluwo-obafemi-fayemi-to-visit-richmond/
LOCATION:African Burial Ground\, Broad and 15th Streets\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200812T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200812T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063817
CREATED:20200810T214109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200810T214109Z
UID:2854-1597255200-1597266000@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:Chief Oluwo Obafemi Fayemi to Visit Richmond - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Our inner reality determines our outer reality. As the global vibration is shifting amid demands for social justice\, what powers us to be the change? Be with Elegba Folklore Society as we explore the spiritual path of the Yoruba\, Ifa\,as a tool for guidance & clarity. \nPlease contact us if you would like to schedule a personal reading\,
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/chief-oluwo-obafemi-fayemi-to-visit-richmond-day-2/
LOCATION:African Burial Ground\, Broad and 15th Streets\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201009T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201009T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063817
CREATED:20201005T214032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201005T214032Z
UID:2862-1602262800-1602277200@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:Opening the Roads to Our Future (Northside)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin us for “Opening the Roads to Our Future”\, a four-part series of self-determination neighborhood events featuring performances\, conversations\, engagement for children and more.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/opening-the-roads-to-our-future-northside/
LOCATION:Hotchkiss Community Center\, 701 E Brookland Park Blvd\,\, Richmond\, VA\, 23222\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201017T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T063817
CREATED:20201005T215107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201005T215107Z
UID:2872-1602939600-1602954000@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:Opening the Roads to Our Future (East End)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Opening the Roads to Our Future”\, a four-part series of self-determination neighborhood events featuring performances\, conversations\, engagement for children and more.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/opening-the-roads-to-our-future-east-end/
LOCATION:Powhatan Community Center\, 5051 Northampton St\,\, Richmond\, VA\, 23231\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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