Events

Black History Month 2012

February 1

Screening of "13 months of Sukur" at Downtown Public Library.

"13 months of Sukur" on Wednesday, February 1 at the downtown branch of the Calgary Public Library (616 Macleod Trail SE). The filmmaker, Dr. Nic David, will be in attendance for a Q&A session following this CPL-partnered screening.

February 10

Symposium: What is black history?

Is it even politically correct to call it that? Explore the concept with a symposium of artists at the downtown branch of the Central Public Library (616 Macleod Trail SE) on Friday, February 10. The panel will include genre-defying author and historian Cheryl Foggo, 1970s German rock band vocalist and visual artist Malcolm Mooney, Sudanese author and musician Paul Atanya, jeweler and percussionist Bassirou Sylla, Diaspora dance doyen Michèle Moss, and Steel drum players Chris Copeland and Brian Quaye. Presented in partnership with Calgary Public Library.

Presented in partnership with Calgary Public Library.

February 17

Spectacle de Variété Afrique Francophone

Pop quiz: which continent has the most French speakers? With an estimated 115 million people speaking French, Africa is the correct answer.  Surprised? Come to Alliance Française (1221 2 St SW) Friday, February 17 at 7pm for "Spectacle de Variété Afrique Francophone", a variety show destined to dazzle you. Joining us onstage is the crème de la crème of Franco-African talent: Congolese poet and actor Tchitala Kamba, percussionist Bassirou Sylla, balafon player Jean Paul, keyboardist Brian Quaye, and local hip hop goup Musaka 5. The evening will surely be a tour de force and as an added bonus: entrée gratuite!

Collaboration initiative with Alliance Franciase

February 19

Africans On Ice...

The title says it all... except the juicy details: bring the family at 2pm on Sunday, February 19 and enjoy a hot beverage while engaging in the most Canadian of pastimes: skating around Olympic Plaza while the DJ spins African music! Don’t own any of those sharp metal shoes? Skates will be available thanks to The City of Calgary, Parks and Recreation’s support.

Supported by The City of Calgary, Parks and Recreation

February 25

Creative Youth Showcase

Angelique Kidjo. Shad. Nomfusi. Huge stars, but they were kids once. Who knows what future divas, conscious rappers, and Afro-soul singers are sitting behind desks today in Calgary’s schools. Afrikadey! aims to find these young entertainers, writers, visual artists, and dancers and bring them to Cantos Music Foundation (134 11 Ave SE) February 25 at 2pm for a creative youth showcase co-presented by Immigrant Services of Calgary. Talent scouts be on the lookout: the next K’naan may be right in front of you.

Co-presented by Immigrant Services of Calgary

February 25

World Music Concert

Is Georgia on Your Mind? How about Calgary? Hit the Road Jack and get to Cantos Music Foundation (134 11 Ave SE) for a World Music Concert featuring The Ray Charles Tribute Orchestra on February 25 at 9pm. Also on the bill is Koffi Otuo (The Black Hunter of Africa), who hails from Ghana, and his Highlife band Kassade. Don't Mess Around: get your $25 tickets by emailing info@afrikadey.com, calling 403.234.9110 or online on our tickets page. If not you'll be Drowning in Your Own Tears.

Sponsored by Citytv and Omni Television

Black History Month Sponsors:

For further information please contact Tunde Dawodu at tunde@afrikadey.com