Saturday, May 1, 2010  2:00 pm – 1:00am   Fleetwood Community Centre You are invited to a benefit for the Holy Seed Orphanage Arc en Ceil, Jacmel, Haiti, under the patronage of the Honorary Consul for Barbados in BC, Mrs. Marilyn Moseley. The event is being presented by the Caribbean Advocates & De Limers. live music and entertainment, food and fun. Maffie & Crew, Phase III Steelband, 2islandgirls out of Edmonton and DJs Carl Sound Vibes, Daddy Mikey, Redemption Sound & I.B.Jammin2. We appreciate your support for this worthy cause; Haiti needs us. All Proceeds to Holy Seed’s Orphanage, Arc en Ciel, Jacmel, Haiti For further information, contact: Krishna 604-589-1701

SOCA CHUTNEY BEAT: Music to Move You! Every first Saturday of the Month. Next UP: Sat. May 1st. Sullivan Hall Surrey:9pm-3am $10.at the door.Caribbean food & Special Vegeterian dishes on Sale. Music by djs:Wayne Vernon 96.1fm: Junior&Black Rain Sounds plus Sweet Island sounds. Contact: Orvis 604-209-5081.

Jesse Cook returns to Vancouver with a new album that mashes rumba flamenco with cumbia and vallenato from Colombia. Get your tickets for The Rumba Foundation at The Centre for the Performing Arts on May 5th and the Abby Arts Centre in Abbotsford on May 6.

Delhi 2 Dublin +The Commodore Ballroom = one sweaty, groovin’ party! The band is releasing its sophomore album and celebrating at the best dance venue in the city. Watch ‘em work it, May 7th.

Carnival Sensations Caribbean Society’s soca party & Band launch on Saturday May 15 at the Hilton Hotel (Tiffany Room), Metrotown. Come out and be among the first to see our new carnival costumes for the 2010 Caribbean Days Festival, North Vancouver. You also have the opportunity to sign up for a costume and come play mass with us in at the festival in July.Tickets cost $25 per person (presold) & include appetizers. DJs: Earl Da Pearl; & Nasty Jag .

Rwanda Genocide Memorial Saturday, May 8th 2010 SFU Campus Harbour Centre 515 West Hastings Street Vancouver, BC Room 1700 4-7pm Regards, John Rubayi (604)841-0522 johnrubayi@telus.net

NCBAC in conjunction with the local organization the Barbados Cultural Association of British Columbia (BCABC) will be celebrating its 26th anniversary in Burnaby, British Columbia, May 21st – 24th, 2009. The weekend of activities, includes workshops, a culture show and our grand gala banquet and ball at the Hilton Vancouver Metro Town Hotel. The guest speaker at the banquet is the Honorable David Thompson, Prime Minister of Barbados.

This year’s theme is: “Barbadians Contributions to the Canadian Experience”. We will celebrate the lives of two notable Barbadians who lived in British Columbia. Joe Fortes (1865-1922) and Colonel Richard Moody (1813-1887).

ALL events will take place at: Hilton Vancouver Metro Town, Burnaby. 6083 McKay Avenue Burnaby, Canada V5H 2W7

For further info: Marilyn 604-533-4622; bajangorl@yahoo.ca Eric 604-275-8617 ; ericdrayton@shaw.ca

Visit www.ncbac.ca  for more information and updates.

Faeries and Fools present an evening with 2 of the finest beat scientists out there. May 22nd marks a double dose of humungous global beats with Adham Shaikh and Gaudi. Watch this space for more details.

Vancouver’s Coastal Jazz is pleased to announce that 10-time Grammy winning guitarist/vocalist George Benson will perform in Vancouver on Saturday, June 26, 2010 at the Orpheum Theatre during the 25th annual TD Canada Trust Vancouver International Jazz Festival (June 25 – July 4, 2010).

ARAB LATIN FIESTA – Friday June 18, 2010 Be transformed into a world of Latin and Arab culture by indulging in Lebanese cuisine, hookahs, and some of Vancouver’s top performers. This is the 5th edition of the Arab Latin Fiestas produced by Mona’s Fine Lebanese Cuisine and Latidos Productions since 2005. Two shows by belly dancers Shivaun Corry and Lana Gabor, and Portal a Tango. 7pm-2am. Tickets $15 for show, $37 show + dinner. Purchase at www.latidosproductions.com or 604-708-2170.

An evening of fiery klezmer and Roma-gypsy music with Les Yeux Noirs is coming to the Venue Niteclub on Granville on April 8th, co-presented by Caravan World Rhythms and the Chutzpah Festival.

Mighty Popo is a Rwandan/Burundian refugee/survivor whose music is steeped in African tradition. See him perform April 9th at the Memorial Hall in Harrison Hot Springs and again April 11th at the In The House Festival, presented by Caravan World Rhythms.

Vancouver Rueda Festival, April 9 – 11, 2010 The Vancouver Rueda Festival is your chance to learn from some of the most outstanding Cuban Salsa dance instructors North America has to offer. Don’t miss this opportunity to improve your styling, learn hot new moves, or get your introduction to the addictive world of Cuban Salsa with over 25 workshops including: Beginner Bootcamp, Body Movement, Musicality, Leading/Following Techniques, Afro-Latin Movement, & Cha Cha Cha. The weekend will bring a cultural explosion to Vancouver featuring live music, performances, and dance workshops, from instructors around North America including New York, San Francisco, and Oregon. Students and instructors alike will ‘shake it’ all weekend to the sounds of Tanga and Puro Son, musicians whose credits include playing alongside the world-famous Afro-Cuban All Stars.For more information or to purchase tickets visit cubansalsavancouver.net or call: 604-787-4929 604-787-4929

Canadian Friends of South Africa (CFOSA)  2nd Annual Dinner Dance Fundraiser Party Saturday, April 17th, 2010, 6:00 P.M.All Saints Parish RC Hall 1405 Como Lake Avenue, Coquitlam, B. C. Dress code is cocktail attire. Tickets are $40For additional information or questions, please feel free to write to joy@canadianfosa.org or call Rosina at (604) 526-8660 (604) 526-8660 .

Caravan World Rhythms proudly presents the return of the lovely and talented Anoushka Shankar April 30th at the Chan.

Xavier Rudd has teamed up with the late Lucky Dube’s rhythm section for an exceptional cross-continental groove. See Xavier and Izantaba in the great outdoors of Malkin Bowl on June 4th. Tickets on sale March 5th and watch for the new album, Koonyum Sun on April 20th.

jesse Cook returns to Vancouver with a new album that mashes rumba flamenco with cumbia and vallenato from Colombia. Get your tickets for The Rumba Foundation at The Centre for the Performing Arts on May 5th and the Abby Arts Centre in Abbotsford on May6

Delhi 2 Dublin + The Commodore Ballroom = one sweaty, groovin’ party! The band is releasing its sophomore album and celebrating at the best dance venue in the city. Watch ‘em work it, May 7th.

Faeries and Fools present an evening with 2 of the finest beat scientists out there. May 22nd marks a double dose of humungous global beats with Adham Shaikh and Gaudi. Watch this space for more details.

Vancouver’s Coastal Jazz is pleased to announce that 10-time Grammy winning guitarist/vocalist George Benson will perform in Vancouver on Saturday, June 26, 2010 at the Orpheum Theatre during the 25th annual TD Canada Trust Vancouver International Jazz Festival (June 25 – July 4, 2010).

 INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY and LAUNCH OF THE BLACK WOMEN’S COLLECTIVE OF THE LOWER MAINLAND Sunday, March 7 2:30 – 5:00pm Centre of Integration for African Immigrants

811 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster

Just opposite New Westminster Skytrain Station For more information call Patricia or Jenny: 604 759 0240

DO NOT MISS THIS SHOW

Glen Washington live in concert March 13th in Vancouver

Featuring MAFFIE AND CREW BAND

DJ MUTOMBO, DJ REXX, NATIONAL SOUND

Where: HUNGARIAN CULTURAL CENTRE 728 KINGSWAY AVENUE, VANCOUVER, BC DOOR: 7PM TILL DAWN TICKETS AVAILABLE IN ALL AFRICAN AND CARIBBEAN OUTLETS FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 778 896 0961

Promoters: CONTINENTAL ENTERTAINMENT INC. Catering by Kingston Cafe, North Vancouver

53rd INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY GALA

Date: Saturday, March 6, 2010

Place: Allan Emmott Centre

6650 Southhoaks Cresent

Burnaby, BC

Time: 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Ticket: $20 (Members); $25 (Non-Members) $30 at the door

*IMPORTANT: Dinner will be served from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM (only)

For Further Information, Please Contact:

Mr. Joseph Frimpong (604) 594-8963

Dr. Charles Quist-Adade (778) 240-8636

Visit: www.ghanaiansinbc.org

Miyanda Youth Ensemble Presents Africa to Aberdeen

fund raiser to send the group to the Aberdeen International youth Festival

March 20, 2010

Matinee at 2:00pm

Evening Show at 7:00 pm

First Christian Reformed Church of New Westminster

8255 13th Avenue

Burnaby, BC

Afternoon Matinee: Miyanda with Makosso Village Storytelling

Doors Open from 1pm to 5pm

Performance from 2- 3pm

Family Fee (family of 4) – $30

Single Adult – $15

Single Child (<12yr)/Senior – $10

PERFORMANCES BY:

Miyanda Youth Ensemble (West African dance and drumming) http://miyanda-drum-dance.blogspot.com

Makosso Village (story telling) http://www.makossovillage.com

Evening Show: Miyanda and Special Guests

Doors Open at 6:00pm

Performances from 7:00pm – 9:30pm

Single Tickets: $15 each

Family Fee (family of 4) – $45

PERFORMANCES BY:

Miyanda Youth Ensemble (West African dance and drumming) http://miyanda-drum-dance.blogspot.com

Chibi Taiko (Japanese Taiko) http://www.chibitaiko.bc.ca

Afro-Mumanzi (Marimba-Cuba)

NWSS Choir (musical ensemble)

Tambai Marimba (Marimba) http:/www.kunakamarimba.com/aboutus.php

Tuedon Ariri (rhythmic gymnastics)

Ticket information miyandabenefit@gmail.com

Tickets on Sale: The Urban Gypsy 614 Columbia St, New Westminster and

Afro Hair Studio, 1969 Commercial Drive, Vancouver

SOCA-CHUTNEY-DANCEHALL

PARTY Every First Saturday Starts March 6, 2K10

FEATURING: Carl Sound Vibes

Guest DJ’s on Rotation

Wayne Vernon 96.1 fm Junior * Kizum * Nasty JagHD SOCA’T * DJ Natural

George Barrett and more…

Sullivan Hall Surrey 64th & 152nd Street Pan In Times

$10 at the Door – 9:30 pm to 3:00am INFO: 604-209-5081 – 604-729-5336 www.calypsohutbc.com

Caribreeze Fine Jamaican Vegetarian Cuisine 6:30 to 9:30pm

March 4 to April 8

The joints are jumpin’ during the 10th Anniversary Chutzpah Festival. The killer line-up for 2010 includes the Idan Raichel Project, March 4th at the Chan Centre, the return of Balkan Beat Box at the Venue on March 18th, and Les Yeux Noirs, April 8th at the Venue. Early Bird tickets are available! for more details!

Festival. Norman Rothstein Theatre, 950 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver BC | Phone: 604-257-5111

Fana Soro invites everyone to Miyanda presents…Africa to Aberdeen on Saturday, March 20 at 1:00pm, a rhythmical voyage of outstanding youth talent! See the next generation of world musicians at First Christian Reformed Church, 8255, 13th Avenue in Burnaby.

March 13 & 14

It’s A Tribute to the Music of the Mississippi Sheiks featuring David Alvin, Bob Brozman, Danny Barnes, Jim Byrnes, Steve Dawson, Robin Holcomb, Geoff Mulder, Oh Susanna, The Sojourners and an all-star backing band, at the Capilano Performing Arts Theatre, presented with the 2010 Vancouver Cultural Olympiad. More info 604.990.7810

Celebrate Black History month 2010

making a living, making a life

art exhibition at vancouver museum

Sunday, January 31, 2010 from 2pm – 5pm

1100 Chestnut St, Vancouver

$10.00 Admission

World poetry new westminster & the centre of integration for african immigrants

Saturday, February 6, 2010, 2pm

811 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster

With hosts: Alejandro Mujica-Olea and Ariadne Sawyer

Sponsors: New Westminster Arts Council, The Afro News, H. Mueller Design

Free! Come celebrate with us!

For more information: 604–526–472

Celebrate Black History Month 2010 closing ceremonies

February 27, 2010 from 2pm – 5pm

Guest Speaker: Dr. Althea Prince Author of “The Politics of Black Women’s Hair”

Speakers, Poetry, Performances etc

Inlet Theatre 100 Newport Dr, Port Moody

$10.00 Admission

Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside neighbourhood is the home for BRIGHT LIGHT, a major exposition of public art and special events commissioned by the City of Vancouver.

February 12 – March 21, 2010

There are exhibits and over 30 events and activities scheduled, all of them free or for a nominal admission. For a full list of events, go to www.bright-light.ca.

Festival du Bois

February 13 and 14, 2010

Francophone Village / Village de la francophonie 2010 welcomes locals and visitors alike on February 13 and 14 to Mackin Park in Maillardville, Coquitlam. Held at the heart of the largest francophone community in BC, everyone, English, French or whatever your mother tongue may be is welcome to this friendly festival with open arms.

For more information visit www.village2010.com or call 604–515–7070

Celebrate African-Caribbean culture festival

Saturday, February 27, 2010 from 11am – 3pm

Enjoy Traditional Music & Dance in Centre Court

Look for further details soon at www.lougheedtowncentre.com

Fundraising gala “tropical extravaganza”

February 27,2010 at 6pm

Show with Mr Fantastic ,King Fish ,The israel Lovell Foundation Dance and Pan players from Barbados

The key speakers of the Fundraising will be Senators Donald Oliver and Yonah Martin

Massey Theatre in New Westminster

For info please call 604–759–0240

Tickets: $50 available at Massey Theatre or book at http://info@ciia-ciai.com

Amazing grace good noise gospel vancouver gospel choir

Saturday, March 6, 2010, 3pm and 7:30pm

Ryerson United Church

Tickets: Adults $25 Students and Seniors $18

All ages. Email: http://tickets@goodnoisevgc.com

www.goodnoisevgc.com

Youth Initiative Canada in partnership with local artists is pleased to invite all Vancouver and surrounding area communities to attend a World AIDS Day Concert. The event will occur on Sunday November 29th 2009, starting at noon and finishing at 6pm. The World AIDS Day Concert, “Jamin Local and Impacting Global” which will be held at 920 East Hastings Vancouver BC. The aim of this event is multifold: to unite different Vancouver communities through Music and the Arts; increase HIVAIDS and related issue awareness in Vancouver, and also to support Youth Initiative Canada Projects in Kenya.

Confirmed artists are as follows: Ndidi Cascade and Deana Teeple; Heat wave; Linx (Fade to Black); Scruffmouth; Discreet Da chosen 1; Speeches Beyond; Kurai Blessings (Mbira/Marimba); Dj Jeffries (maumau); Dj Roy Abel; Show and Pounz. More Artists and performers will be announced soon

The World AIDS Day Concert (Vancouver) “JAMIN’ LOCAL AND IMPACTING GLOBAL” intends to create awareness on issues surrounding HIV/AIDS both locally and globally. This event is seen as a means for positive action to stop the spread of HIV and take action towards achieving millennium development goal number 6. ” – http://www.un.org/millenniumgoals/aids.shtml Supporting partners:

Heart in Action, Fade to black, Black Dots roots and culture collective, The Afro News, Oxfam, Mau Mau clothing and Apparel co, Drench Entertainment, Knowledge of Aboriginal Youth Association (KAYA), Battered women’s Support Services (BWSS), Reboot Vancouver, Beatboard, Matakana Event Staging Inc, Tropikal Sounds Int’l, Snake Eyes Entertainment, Bavubuka,   More Information ,

James Kamau

Executive Director

Youth Initiative Canada

604-805-7302

kamau.wanyee@yahoo.ca

Helping the people of Gambia is the mission of the GambiaHELP 10th Anniversary Celebration and Auction, scheduled for Saturday, November 7th, 2009, 6:00 pm—10:00 pm at the Women’s University Club, 1105 6th Ave Seattle, WA 98101. The event is designed to raise funds for the African country of Gambia. Attendees can enjoy a Gambian Dinner and a performance from Sankofa, a mellifluous, eclectic African American women’s vocal group. For more information on the 10th Anniversary Celebration, go tohttp://www.gambiahelp.org/auction-2009.html The GambiaHelp program will feature silent and live auctions and a chance to bid on a trip to Africa with GambiaHELP. Funds raised will be committed to sustainable projects, women’s group support, libraries, school supplies health & clinic Supplies, and bed nets for Malaria prevention. Cost is $90 per person. $75 early bird before October 20, 2009.

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All African Communities and Members Meeting-UACBC

On behalf of the Board of Directors and interim management team of United African Communities of B.C. (UACBC), we invite all African community organizations, leaders and community members to the long awaited UACBC community meeting to take place on October 17, from 4-8pm

Douglas College Room 1811, New Westminster Campus,

700 Royal Avenue, BC V3M 5Z5

October 17th from 4-8pm

Because We Need To Have A United Voice

Contact the interim chair at 778-552-4459 OR vice chair at 778-895-9242.

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Vancouver, BC – The Fair at the PNE, one of BC’s most beloved summer traditions, is hiring 1,500 seasonal employees for its 17-day run from August 22 to September 7. Featuring exciting nightly musical entertainment, hundreds of shows and attractions, thrilling rides, and lots of family fun, the Fair is not only a great place to visit, it’s a great place to work!

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Little Mountain/Riley Park Community Festival
Sunday June 28th 11-4
Location: Riley Park Community Centre back field
50 East 30th Avenue/ at Ontario

Little Mountain Neighbourhood House and the Riley Park Community Centre host an annual festival celebrating our unique and diverse community. The festival is a family event with activities and entertainment for all ages at little or no charge to the public. The theme this year is “A Family of Communities – come experience the world in your neighbourhood.”

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Good Noise Vancouver Gospel Choir

Present

‘Cinq’tified’

Five Years of Gospel Music Excellence

Celebrating the 5th anniversary of Good Noise

with the “Gospel” Music of Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Paul Simon and other popular artists!

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