Black History Celebration: Afro Funk, Spoken Word, Dance & Market | Berkeley

Submitted by the Event Organizer

In celebration of Black History Month, the city of Berkeley hosts the First Annual Black History Celebration at the Berkeley Community Theatre from 1-6:30 pm on February 8, 2014.

A full music lineup features: Afro beats and original tunes from the world renown Zulu Spear, funk and original tunes from AfroFunk Experience, and R&B-Hip Hop from Kev Choice. The Berkeley Juneteenth Committee (the same folks that bring you the annual Berkeley Juneteenth event, 2014 to be held on June 15th) with historical presentations, spoken word, and dance by Akayaa Atule and other surprises.

Check out vendors from Africa and other parts of the world, plus face painting and African storytelling for the kids. There will also be African food, Carribean Food, Texas BBQ, and other delicious treats for purchase.

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