Events
MUUNGANO DAY!!!!!!!!
Submitted by admin on Fri, 2008-04-25 23:18. EventsMUUNGANO DAY
In April 26, 1964, the African islands of Zanzibar united with mainland Tanganyika to form The United Republic of Tanzania. This unification is known as Muungano or Unity Day.
This year’s Muungano Unity Day celebration will be a BBQ and Soccer Match.
Saturday, April 29th 2006
At Cloverpark
2600 Ocean Park Blvd
Santa Monica, CA 90405 (click for directions)
12pm-6pm
Buy tickets online today for a donation of $10. With your admission you get great Tanzanian cuisine and much more. Bring extra cash for raffle tickets.
The Soccer Match with Tanzanians vs. Ugandans will start at 3pm. Call David Orasa at 818-613-5090 to be on the team.
"West Africa Meets Westwood"
Submitted by admin on Sun, 2008-04-06 09:45. EventsFREE CONCERT
April 6, 2008 – 7 PM
"West Africa Meets Westwood"
What: Free concert showcases the collaboration of visiting master Nigerian musicians with UCLA musicians and dancers.
Featuring: Baba Ken Okulolo, Soji Odukogbe, Will Magid
When: April 6th, 2008 at 7pm - 8:30pm
Where: UCLA Campus, Covel Commons Grand Horizon Room (in dorm area)
Cost: FREE and open to the public; parking is available for $8 – for info, visit www.willmagid.com/april6
For Immediate Release:
The Cultural Affairs Commission at UCLA, the organization that hosts the annual JazzReggae Festival, will hold a free concert entitled "West Africa meets Westwood," on Sunday, April 6, 2008, at 7pm. The event will showcase West African and American musical traditions, including: Afrobeat, Highlife, Jazz, and Fusion. The show will feature:
Master Nigerian bandleader Baba Ken Okulolo, who leads the Afro-Beat ensemble Kotoja, and the West African Highlife Band; known for his work with King Sunny Ade and other legendary Nigerian bands;
Soji Odukogbe, long-time lead guitarist for the late Fela Anikulapo Kuti;
Will Magid, trumpeter, event organizer, and UCLA senior;
along with a group of talented UCLA musicians and dancers. Scheduled to perform:
UCLA Dancers
Deborah Dauda (International Development Studies)
Flavia de la Fuente (Political Science)
UCLA Musicians
Peter Hargreaves: saxophone (Music composition)
Aaron Leibowitz: saxophone (Ethnomusicology alumni)
Mark Banner: drum set (Ethnomusicology)
Shalev Netanel: guitar (Ethnomusicology)
Berkeley Everett: Keyboard (Ethnomusicology)
Dan Marschak: Keyboard (Ethnomusicology, Music composition)
Ethan Emerson: guitar (Ethnomusicology alumni)
Elliot Deutsch: Trumpet (Ethnomusicology alumni)
Chris Bastian: Bass (Philosophy)
And:
· Josh Duron
· Kalil Wilson
The event is presented by: The UCLA Department of Ethnomusicology, The UCLA Herb Albert School of Music, UCLA Office of Residential Life, Guayaki Yerba Mate, and The Cultural Affairs Commission.
For Swahili Speaking Entrepreneurs.......
Submitted by admin on Tue, 2009-06-16 15:29. EventsThe BBC's annual competition for Swahili-speaking entrepreneurs, aged 16-24, who have a business idea that will benefit their community. The winner receives $5,000 to realise their idea.
The countries involved are: Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Entries should be submitted from June 1st to June 30th. Three successful entrants from each country will compete in national heats in July.
One finalist from each country will then go through to the grand final to be held in Mombasa, Kenya on August 13th 2009.
Email: Swahili@bbc.co.uk
Pres. Elect Barack Obama's Inaugural Information
Submitted by admin on Fri, 2008-12-12 14:48. EventsInaugural Information Update
On Tuesday, January 20, 2009, Barack Obama will be sworn in as the 44th President of the United States. In conjunction with this historic event, I will host two functions for constituents witnessing the inauguration of President-elect Obama. The first will be held in my Washington, D.C. office with any constituents in town to witness the inauguration. The second gathering will be held by my district staff in Pasadena where all constituents are welcomed to join in a live viewing of the inauguration telecast. Both events will allow me to provide information on the priorities of the incoming Administration and the 111th Congress.
Washington, D.C. Meeting:
Monday January 19, 2009
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Rep. Schiff’s Washington, D.C. Office
2447 Rayburn House Office Building
Please RSVP by January 12th to (202) 225-4176.
Pasadena Inauguration Meeting:
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
7:30 a.m.
Jackie Robinson Center
1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
Please RSVP to (626) 304-2727.
29th Annual Black Consciousness Conference at California State University Long Beach
Submitted by admin on Mon, 2008-11-24 21:47. Events
The African Student Union at California State University Long Beach is pleased to invite you to the CSULB 29th Annual Black Consciousness Conference to be held December 4-6, 2008 in the CSULB Beach Auditorium. The Black Consciousness Conference has a strong tradition of being intellectually stimulating for its participants. It has been a positive experience for every individual involved. Its goal is to seek to enhance awareness in the community about topics that impact the community. With a legacy of reaching a wide variety of students and community members from all over the United States, the Black Consciousness Conference has proven to be an exceptional contribution to the community.
The Black Consciousness Conference has featured world renowned scholars and educators from all over the country, such as educational psychologist Dr. Julia Hare, scholar, educator, and author of over 65 books Dr. Molefi Asante, former chair of the Black Panther Party Elaine Brown, 1968 Olympian John Carlos, and many more! The theme of this year’s conference is “The Autonomy of a People: Seizing our Future.” The theme will address topics such as entrepreneurship, personal advancement and identity development, educational access rates and achievement, poverty, health, and global cultural awareness.
We would really appreciate your help in supporting and spreading the word for the event throughout the community. Thank you very much for your time and we look forward to having you at the conference.
West Coast Labor Day Weekend 2008!!!!!
Submitted by admin on Mon, 2008-08-25 10:15. Events
White Linen Boat Cruise Party 2008!!!
When: Sat Aug 30th 2008
Time: 9pm-2am
Place: Long Beach Pier Dock 3
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
EVENT: African Delite All Day Barberque
Burton K. Cache Park
13650 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
When: Sun Aug 31st 2008
Time: 12pm-8pm
EVENT: Super Soul Nite
Your's For The Asking Reloaded Nite
13723 Fiji Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292
When: Sun Aug 31st 2008
Time: 9pm-2am
The Friends of Tanzania and OASIS Entertainment presents......African Night!!
Submitted by admin on Thu, 2007-12-27 22:20. EventsCelebrate NEW YEAR's EVE on Monday December 31, 2007 at:
Centinela Medical Building
12900 S. Avalon Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90061
****************From 10:00pm - 4:00am*********************
DJ Clement from Los Angeles and DJ Melly from Sacramento will spin a mixture of African vibes including Bongo Flava, Kenya, Ugandan, Lingala also Dancehall, Reggae, Hip Hop and much more.
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The entrance is only $20 before midnight and the package includes:
Free Champaigne, finger foods, and snacks will be provided
Enough parking with security is available.
Tanzanite Nation Every Sunday with DJ Napoleon!!!
Submitted by admin on Fri, 2007-11-09 11:20. Events
DJ Napoleon & Tanzanite Nation "Special Sunday" Party!!!
Submitted by admin on Thu, 2007-11-01 09:52. Events
Tanzanite NationIf you want to know where the HOTTEST PARTIES are just visit this website hosted by DJ NAPOLEON. You can also listen to a sample of how he gets busy in the clubs!!
