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SUMMARY:Opening the Roads to Our Future (Southside)
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-southside/
LOCATION:Blackwell  Community Center\, 300 E 15th St\,\, Richmond\, VA\, 23224\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201204T110000
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SUMMARY:REAL BLACK FRIDAYS
DESCRIPTION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center is open late\, and we invite you to come by to say\, “Heyyy!” to choose to shop with us\, a black-owned entity\, and give the gift of culture this holiday season (and throughout the year). Browse and buy fine art from various places in the Diaspora for your home or office plus prints\, memorabilia\, artifacts\, imports\, collectibles\, home decor\, wearables\, books\, jewelry\, shea & cocoa butters\, black soap\, oils\, incense & more. \n‘Tis the season! We’ll have music\, and we’ll safely offer refreshments. \nFridays\, December 4\, 11 & 18. Open ’til 8p.\nCOVID protocols strictly observed.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/real-black-fridays/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
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SUMMARY:REAL BLACK FRIDAYS
DESCRIPTION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center is open late\, and we invite you to come by to say\, “Heyyy!” to choose to shop with us\, a black-owned entity\, and give the gift of culture this holiday season (and throughout the year). Browse and buy fine art from various places in the Diaspora for your home or office plus prints\, memorabilia\, artifacts\, imports\, collectibles\, home decor\, wearables\, books\, jewelry\, shea & cocoa butters\, black soap\, oils\, incense & more. \n‘Tis the season! We’ll have music\, and we’ll safely offer refreshments. \nFridays\, December 4\, 11 & 18. Open ’til 8p.\nCOVID protocols strictly observed.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/real-black-fridays-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:20201218T110000
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SUMMARY:REAL BLACK FRIDAYS
DESCRIPTION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center is open late\, and we invite you to come by to say\, “Heyyy!” to choose to shop with us\, a black-owned entity\, and give the gift of culture this holiday season (and throughout the year). Browse and buy fine art from various places in the Diaspora for your home or office plus prints\, memorabilia\, artifacts\, imports\, collectibles\, home decor\, wearables\, books\, jewelry\, shea & cocoa butters\, black soap\, oils\, incense & more. \n‘Tis the season! We’ll have music\, and we’ll safely offer refreshments. \nFridays\, December 4\, 11 & 18. Open ’til 8p.\nCOVID protocols strictly observed.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/real-black-fridays-3/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/REAL-BLACK-FRIDAY-2020.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201226T200000
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SUMMARY:2020 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival - Umoja (Live Stream)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/2020-capital-city-kwanzaa-festival-live-stream/
LOCATION:Online Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2020Kwanza.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201227T190000
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CREATED:20201216T000218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T045914Z
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SUMMARY:2020 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival - Kujichagulia (Live Stream)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/2020-capital-city-kwanzaa-festival-kujichagulia-live-stream/
LOCATION:Online Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2020Kwanza.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201228T190000
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DTSTAMP:20260404T101529
CREATED:20201216T000408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T045829Z
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SUMMARY:2020 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival - Ujima (Live Stream)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/2020-capital-city-kwanzaa-festival-ujima-live-stream/
LOCATION:Online Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2020Kwanza.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201229T190000
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CREATED:20201216T000636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T045755Z
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SUMMARY:2020 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival - Ujamaa (Live Stream)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/2020-capital-city-kwanzaa-festival-ujamaa-live-stream/
LOCATION:Online Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2020Kwanza.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201230T190000
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CREATED:20201216T000842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T045726Z
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SUMMARY:2020 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival - Nia (Live Stream)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/2020-capital-city-kwanzaa-festival-nia-live-stream/
LOCATION:Online Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2020Kwanza.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201231T190000
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CREATED:20201216T001050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T045647Z
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SUMMARY:2020 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival - Kuumba (Live Stream)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/2020-capital-city-kwanzaa-festival-kuumba-live-stream/
LOCATION:Online Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210101T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210101T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101529
CREATED:20201216T001246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T045603Z
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SUMMARY:2020 Capital City Kwanzaa Festival - Imani (Live Stream)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/2020-capital-city-kwanzaa-festival-imani-live-stream/
LOCATION:Online Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2020Kwanza.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101529
CREATED:20210213T003059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210213T005545Z
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SUMMARY:THE BLACK BOOK EXPO:  A LITERARY CONVERSATION (LIVE AUTHOR CHATS - MOLEFI KETE ASANTE)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-black-book-expo-a-literary-conversation-live-author-chats-molefi-kete-asante/
LOCATION:Facebook Live
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101529
CREATED:20210213T003421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210213T005508Z
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SUMMARY:THE BLACK BOOK EXPO:  A LITERARY CONVERSATION (LIVE AUTHOR CHATS - DR. RON CRUTCHER)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-black-book-expo-a-literary-conversation-live-author-chats-dr-ron-crutcher/
LOCATION:Facebook Live
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/3.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101529
CREATED:20210213T003719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210213T005412Z
UID:3059-1613502000-1613505600@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:THE BLACK BOOK EXPO:  A LITERARY CONVERSATION (LIVE AUTHOR CHATS - CHIEF OBAFEMI FAYEMI)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-black-book-expo-a-literary-conversation-live-author-chats-chief-obafemi-fayemi/
LOCATION:Facebook Live
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/5.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101529
CREATED:20210213T004117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210213T005158Z
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SUMMARY:THE BLACK BOOK EXPO:  A LITERARY CONVERSATION (LIVE AUTHOR CHATS - ANTHONY BROWDER)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-black-book-expo-a-literary-conversation-live-author-chats-anthony-browder/
LOCATION:Facebook Live
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/7.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101529
CREATED:20210213T004406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210213T005124Z
UID:3063-1614106800-1614110400@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:THE BLACK BOOK EXPO:  A LITERARY CONVERSATION (LIVE AUTHOR CHATS - HER MAJESTY QUEENMOTHER DOWOTI DESIR)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-black-book-expo-a-literary-conversation-live-author-chats-her-majesty-queenmother-dowoti-desir/
LOCATION:Facebook Live
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/8.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20210213T004745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210213T005044Z
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SUMMARY:THE BLACK BOOK EXPO:  A LITERARY CONVERSATION (LIVE AUTHOR CHATS - PROF. KABA KAMANE)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-black-book-expo-a-literary-conversation-live-author-chats-prof-kaba-kamane/
LOCATION:Facebook Live
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/9.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210227T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210227T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20210125T235059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210216T005914Z
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SUMMARY:THE BLACK BOOK EXPO 2021 (SATURDAY)
DESCRIPTION:  \n2020 Black Book Expo — Generics to get the conversation started and get calendars* posted.\n \n\nElegba Folklore Society will present the Black Book Expo\, Saturday\, February 27\, 3p – 7p\, and Sunday\, February 28\, 3p – 6p\, at the Society’s Cultural Center.\n\nThe Black Book Expo will feature a vast display of literature featuring topics including black history\, politics\, science\, health\, African Diasporic culture\, African spirituality\, personal development\, novels and children’s books.\n\nThe public is invited to meet authors and browse and buy books to complement personal collections.  Celebrity guest authors will make presentations and sign their books.  Independent writers will also speak.   Saturday evening will feature entertainment\, and refreshments will be available.\n\nFollow Elegba Folklore Society on Facebook and Instagram for updates and to enjoy pre-event interviews with selected authors and other surprises.\n\nStrict Covid Protocols.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-black-book-expo-2021-saturday/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/unnamed-12.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210228T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210228T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20210126T001507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210216T005812Z
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SUMMARY:THE BLACK BOOK EXPO 2021 (SUNDAY)
DESCRIPTION: \n\nElegba Folklore Society will present the Black Book Expo\, Saturday\, February 27\, 3p – 7p\, and Sunday\, February 28\, 3p – 6p\, at the Society’s Cultural Center.\n\nThe Black Book Expo will feature a vast display of literature featuring topics including black history\, politics\, science\, health\, African Diasporic culture\, African spirituality\, personal development\, novels and children’s books.\n\nThe public is invited to meet authors and browse and buy books to complement personal collections.  Celebrity guest authors will make presentations and sign their books.  Independent writers will also speak.   Saturday evening will feature entertainment\, and refreshments will be available.\n\nFollow Elegba Folklore Society on Facebook and Instagram for updates and to enjoy pre-event interviews with selected authors and other surprises.\n\nStrict Covid Protocols.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/the-black-book-expo-2021-sunday/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/unnamed-12.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210619
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20210526T222852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210526T222852Z
UID:3137-1623974400-1624060799@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:Elegba Folklore Society Dogwood Dell Juneteenth Performance
DESCRIPTION:Be in Elegba Folklore Society’s audience when the amphitheatre at Dogwood Dell re-opens on Friday\, June 18! Become a part of this epic performance that acknowledges the history of Juneteenth\, African American heritage and Virginia’s newest state holiday.  Bring the family and bask in cultural richness under the stars.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/elegba-folklore-society-dogwood-dell-juneteenth-performance/
LOCATION:Dogwood Dell\, 6000 N. Boulevard\, Richmond\, 23220\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/EFS-DogwoodDell6-18-21.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210619T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20210526T223744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210526T223744Z
UID:3129-1624107600-1624122000@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:Elegba Folklore Society Performing at Henrico’s Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Come on out to Dorey Park on Saturday\, June 19 for Henrico’s Juneteenth Celebrations\, 1p – 5p.  Elegba Folklore Society’s performing company takes the stage at 2p
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/elegba-folklore-society-performing-at-henricos-juneteenth-celebration/
LOCATION:Dorey Park\, 2999 Darbytown Rd\, Henrico\, VA\, 23231\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/50917005_614548135653353_3170554388439629824_o.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210628
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20210506T190339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210603T022311Z
UID:3112-1624752000-1624838399@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:Juneteenth\, A Freedom Celebration - 25th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth\, A Freedom Celebration June 27\, 2021\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nJuneteenth\, A Freedom Celebration is Virginia’s flagship Juneteenth holiday commemoration. First presented in 1996\, it is reflective of Richmond and Virginia’s particular and poignant stories of enslavement and emancipation\, and it highlights the resolve and resilience of Africa’s children in America. Richmond is ground zero with regards to the country’s evolution in its racial mores\, disparities and hierarchies. Juneteenth 2021\, A Freedom Celebration will be a vital part of our community’s reset and healing. Stay tuned for details as we invite you to this 25th Anniversary event where you can engage in performances\, healing cyphers\, the Get Woke Youth Summit\, the Freedom Market\, historical perspective and ancestral homage at Richmond’s African Burial Ground. The elders say\, “We have to go out the way we came in.”  The pathway is being established. Stay tuned for details. Click here to check out an interview regarding Junteenth\, A Freedom Celebration on Heritage Radio Network’s “Hot Grease” hosted by Nicole Taylor.\nJuneteenth 2021 Details \nPurchase Tickets \n CONTACT US
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/juneteenth-a-freedom-celebration-25th-anniversary/
LOCATION:African Burial Ground\, Broad and 15th Streets\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/JT2021_Flyer.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210808T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20210718T012841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210718T014426Z
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SUMMARY:In the Beginning… Virginia\, Along the Trail of Enslaved Africans (August)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Elegba Folklore Society to experience In the Beginning… Virginia\, Along the Trail of Enslaved Africans\, a cultural history tour. Journey into Richmond’s history to visit sites to hear the stories that live between the pages of history books. Ponder the impact of enslavement on the enslaved as shared in their own words and from their own view. 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. Learn from narratives of enslaved Africans\, the historical record and characterizations of the day to immerse yourself in past occurrences that impact our perspectives today. \nWe will travel by bus and also on foot. Please wear comfortable shoes. Bring a bottle of water. Covid protocols. \nThis series begins on Saturday\, July 10 at noon. Tours occur every second Saturday through November. Tickets are $15 for adults and $7.50 for children under 12. \nQuestions? story1@efsinc.org or 804.644.3900.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/in-the-beginning-virginia-along-the-trail-of-enslaved-africans-august/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/unnamed-2021-07-17T212242.900.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210912T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20210830T213259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T190701Z
UID:3191-1631455200-1631473200@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:30th Down Home Family Reunion\, A Celebration of African American Folklife!
DESCRIPTION:30th Down Home Family Reunion\, A Celebration of African American Folklife    September 12\, 2021 \nChoose to sit in the Gold Circle\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\nDown 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. \n30th Annual Down Home Family Reunion Details \n2021 Merchandise Vendor Application \n2021 Food Vendor Application \n2021 Talented Youth Inquiry \n30TH DOWN HOME FAMILY REUNION SEEKS TO PRESENT TALENTED YOUTH The festival’s Annie Tyler New School Pavilion is a popular haven for our children. Rev. Tyler loved children and worked lovingly with Elegba Folklore Society to create quality cultural experiences for them until her death. May the good she did last forever. Cultural craft making teaches lessons\, games ensure fun and the stage showcases talented youth. Please contact us if you are interested in arranging a performance! \n2021 Share Your Community Service \nSHARE YOUR COMMUNITY SERVICE AT 30TH DOWN HOME FAMILY REUNION If your community-based organization provides a community service you want people to know about\, you may want to tell them from a table in the festival’s Waverly Crawley Community Row. Waverly Crawley was a fixture in Richmond’s Historic Jackson Ward\, the festival’s location. He constantly encouraged people to get involved in the community to make it better. He wanted people to know that they could make a difference. Please contact us if you are interested in a table. May the good he did last forever. \n2021 Small Business Exhibitors \nSmall Business Owners! You are invited to the 30th Down Home Family Reunion! This Celebration of African American Folklife will happen on Saturday\, September 12\, 2021\, 4p – 11p in Richmond\, Virginia! \nContact Us to Join Us in the SmartMart \n• Display and tell your story \n• Interact with and distribute materials to festival attendees \n• Be highlighted in one prize drawing from the Main Stage! \nHow You Benefit Fast-track the promotions of your products/services to Richmonders and visitors by distributing product samples and prize drawings. Reinforce your marketing and public relations campaigns by distributing your flyers\, discount coupons\, business cards\, surveys and other promotional materials. \nEnhance your product or service image in the Richmond business picture. Be highlighted among your peers and in the community in our covered SmartMart business tent. One table\, two chairs and signage will be provided. Demonstrate your commitment to civic/social vitality. Be highlighted in one prize drawing from the Main Stage. This festival connects aspects of West African traditions with those of African Americans through the ambiance of a family gathering. The festival’s location is Abner Clay Park\, located downtown in Historic Jackson Ward. \nWorld music and dance headline the Down Home Family Reunion along with site demonstrations and children’s programs. This event couples history with its contemporary significance. With an expected attendance of 13\,000 the festival includes a SmartMart with you in mind.  Please contact us if you are interested. \n CONTACT US
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/30th-down-home-family-reunion-a-celebration-of-african-american-folklife/
LOCATION:Kanawha Plaza\, S 8th & E Canal St\, Richmond\, VA\, Richmond\, VA 23219\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20210718T013613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210921T014145Z
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SUMMARY:In the Beginning… Virginia\, Along the Trail of Enslaved Africans (September)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Elegba Folklore Society to experience In the Beginning… Virginia\, Along the Trail of Enslaved Africans\, a cultural history tour. Journey into Richmond’s history to visit sites to hear the stories that live between the pages of history books. Ponder the impact of enslavement on the enslaved as shared in their own words and from their own view. 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. Learn from narratives of enslaved Africans\, the historical record and characterizations of the day to immerse yourself in past occurrences that impact our perspectives today. \nWe will travel by bus and also on foot. Please wear comfortable shoes. Bring a bottle of water. Covid protocols. \nThis series begins on Saturday\, July 10 at noon. Tours occur every second Saturday through November. Tickets are $15 for adults and $7.50 for children under 12. \nQuestions? story1@efsinc.org or 804.644.3900.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/in-the-beginning-virginia-along-the-trail-of-enslaved-africans-september/
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:20211009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211009T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20210718T013810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T022959Z
UID:3175-1633780800-1633793400@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:In the Beginning… Virginia\, Along the Trail of Enslaved Africans (October)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Elegba Folklore Society to experience In the Beginning… Virginia\, Along the Trail of Enslaved Africans\, a cultural history tour. Journey into Richmond’s history to visit sites to hear the stories that live between the pages of history books. Ponder the impact of enslavement on the enslaved as shared in their own words and from their own view. 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. Learn from narratives of enslaved Africans\, the historical record and characterizations of the day to immerse yourself in past occurrences that impact our perspectives today. \nWe will travel by bus and also on foot. Please wear comfortable shoes. Bring a bottle of water. Covid protocols. \nThis series begins on Saturday\, July 10 at noon. Tours occur every second Saturday through November. Tickets are $15 for adults and $7.50 for children under 12. \nQuestions? story1@efsinc.org or 804.644.3900.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/in-the-beginning-virginia-along-the-trail-of-enslaved-africans-october/
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:20211113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20210718T013920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210718T014335Z
UID:3176-1636804800-1636822800@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:In the Beginning… Virginia\, Along the Trail of Enslaved Africans (November)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Elegba Folklore Society to experience In the Beginning… Virginia\, Along the Trail of Enslaved Africans\, a cultural history tour. Journey into Richmond’s history to visit sites to hear the stories that live between the pages of history books. Ponder the impact of enslavement on the enslaved as shared in their own words and from their own view. 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. Learn from narratives of enslaved Africans\, the historical record and characterizations of the day to immerse yourself in past occurrences that impact our perspectives today. \nWe will travel by bus and also on foot. Please wear comfortable shoes. Bring a bottle of water. Covid protocols. \nThis series begins on Saturday\, July 10 at noon. Tours occur every second Saturday through November. Tickets are $15 for adults and $7.50 for children under 12. \nQuestions? story1@efsinc.org or 804.644.3900.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/in-the-beginning-virginia-along-the-trail-of-enslaved-africans-november/
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:20211203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20211129T032358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T032929Z
UID:3245-1638536400-1638561600@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:REAL BLACK FRIDAYS Holiday Sales Event - December 3rd
DESCRIPTION:  \nDeck the halls with African art\nFa la la la la \nIt’s the Real Black Fridays. Visit for discounts & cheer. \nOur Home is Your Home. Come\, feel the Vibe.\nThe Real Black Fridays\nGive the Gift of Culture\nDecember 3\, 10 & 17.\nOpen Late! \nCovid Protocols. Safety First.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/real-black-fridays-holiday-sales-event-december-3rd/
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:20211210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20211129T033310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T033310Z
UID:3248-1639141200-1639166400@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:REAL BLACK FRIDAYS Holiday Sales Event - December 10th
DESCRIPTION:  \nDeck the halls with African art\nFa la la la la \nIt’s the Real Black Fridays. Visit for discounts & cheer. \nOur Home is Your Home. Come\, feel the Vibe.\nThe Real Black Fridays\nGive the Gift of Culture\nDecember 3\, 10 & 17.\nOpen Late! \nCovid Protocols. Safety First.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/real-black-fridays-holiday-sales-event-december-10th/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/IMG_20211128_153230_629.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T101530
CREATED:20211129T033440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T033440Z
UID:3250-1639746000-1639771200@efsinc.org
SUMMARY:REAL BLACK FRIDAYS Holiday Sales Event - December 17th
DESCRIPTION:  \nDeck the halls with African art\nFa la la la la \nIt’s the Real Black Fridays. Visit for discounts & cheer. \nOur Home is Your Home. Come\, feel the Vibe.\nThe Real Black Fridays\nGive the Gift of Culture\nDecember 3\, 10 & 17.\nOpen Late! \nCovid Protocols. Safety First.
URL:https://efsinc.org/event/real-black-fridays-holiday-sales-event-december-17th/
LOCATION:Elegba Folklore Society’s Cultural Center\, 101 E Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efsinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/IMG_20211128_153230_629.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Elegba Folklore Society":MAILTO:story1@efsinc.org
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