Name: See Afro-Cuban duo "OKAN" ...AFTER exploring their work & meeting them on Zoom
Start: 2025-08-08T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Old Town Square

**Who:** You, Me, and new members of Introverts United.
**What:** PREPARE for "Artist Spotlight" (*see separate MeetUp Event*)
**Date & Time:** Friday, August 1st at 7-8pm (ending flexible)
**Where: On ZOOM**

**Introverts United** is a welcoming space where virtual connections turn into real-life friendships that build community. We start by meeting online to get to know each other—then connect in person at exciting events right here in Fort Collins, Colorado.

## **🎉 Launching This Week!**

We’re kicking things off with a week of online meetups—culminating in a live, in-person gathering to welcome the acclaimed Afro-Cuban Jazz duo Okan at Bohemian Nights, Thursday, August 7th.

## **🎤 Artists Spotlight: Meet Okan on Zoom!**

**Sunday, August 3rd at 7pm *(SEE SEPARATE LIVE EVENT on MeetUp.com)***
Join us for our very first “Artists Spotlight” Zoom! Elizabeth Rodriguez and/or Magdelys Savigne—the powerhouse duo behind Okan—will be sharing their journey, answering your questions, and offering behind-the-scenes insight into their music. Don’t miss this unique chance to connect directly with the artists!

## **🎤 Let’s Get Acquainted as We Prepare to Meet the Artists**

Check out our other MEETUP events *earlier* *this week* (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) so we can prepare to meet the artists on Sunday night.

Each session will highlight different music, thought-provoking questions, and fresh faces. **The more sessions you attend, the richer our experience will be**—both at the *Artists Spotlight* and the live show. Join us online to:

* Enjoy Okan’s vibrant music and lyrics
* Experience guided group conversations designed for the introvert: turn taking; right to pass; comfort in silence; no one dominates; every voice is heard.
* Connect through 1:1 breakout rooms for deeper, individual exchanges.

**Then we'll attend the *Artists Spotlight* on Sunday (Aug 3rd) & the live concert the following Thursday (Aug 7th).** We'll already know the band, their music, and each other, for a richer, more engaging experience.

## **Come On Your Own—or Invite Someone New**

Feel free to join any or all pre-concert Zoom workshops on your own; this event was created with you in mind.

Alternatively, you might invite someone—a stranger you meet at a coffee shop, an introverted acquaintance you’d like to get to know better, or even a family member or friend with whom you’d like to share the experience.

Become an instant part of this community by helping spread the word!

## **🗓️ Meetup Summary**

## **PREPARE to meet the Artists (on Zoom)**

* **Friday, August 1st at 7pm (THIS EVENT)**
* *Saturday, August 2nd at 10am (see separate **EVENT** above)*
* *Sunday, Aug 3rd at 8am (see separate **EVENT** above)*

## **MEET the Artists (on Zoom)**

* **Artists Spotlight** with Okan:
* Sunday, August 3rd at 7pm *(see separate **EVENT** above)*

## **In-Person Gathering**

* **Bohemian Nights at Old Town Square:** Thursday, August 7th—We’ll start gathering at 6pm for the 7pm concert. *(see separate **EVENT** above)*

**Join us for music, conversation, and new connections!**

Introverts United

Eric Vik Johnson

PREPARE to Meet the Artists: Listen & discuss: Afro-Cuban Jazz Duo “Okan”

Online event

**Who:** You, Me, Introverts United, & acclaimed Afro-Cuban Jazz Duo "OKAN"
**What:** Our first *"Artist Spotlight"* (before Thursday's performance)
**When:** Sunday, August 3rd @ 7pm-8pm (ending flexible)
**Where:** On ZOOM

**Introverts United** is a welcoming space where virtual connections turn into real-life communities & friendships. We start by meeting online to get to know each other—then connect in person at exciting events right here in Fort Collins, Colorado.

## **🎉 Launching This Week!**

We’re kicking things off with a week of online meetups—culminating in a live, in-person gathering to welcome the acclaimed Afro-Cuban Jazz duo Okan at Bohemian Nights, Thursday, August 7th.

## **🎤 Artists Spotlight: Meet Okan on Zoom!**

**Sunday, August 3rd at 7pm**
Join us for our very first “Artists Spotlight” Zoom gathering! Elizabeth Rodriguez and/or Magdelys Savigne—the powerhouse duo behind Okan—will be sharing their journey, answering your questions, and offering behind-the-scenes insight into their music. Don’t miss this unique chance to connect directly with the artists!

**Let’s PREPARE to Meet the Artists, get to know their Music, and each other:**
Check out our other MEETUP events *earlier* *this week* (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) so we can prepare to meet the artists on Sunday night.

Each session will highlight different music, thought-provoking questions, and fresh faces. **The more sessions you attend, the richer our experience will be**—both at the *Artists Spotlight* and the live show. Join us online to:

* Enjoy Okan’s vibrant music and lyrics
* Experience guided group conversations designed for the introvert: turn taking; right to pass; comfort in silence; no one dominates; every voice is heard.
* Connect through 1:1 breakout rooms for deeper, individual exchanges.

**Then...Attend the Artists Spotlight on Sunday & the live concert the following Thursday (Aug 7th).** **We'll already know the band, their music, and each other, for a richer, more engaging experience.**

## **Come On Your Own—or Invite Someone New**

Feel free to join any or all pre-concert Zoom workshops on your own; this event was created with you in mind.

Alternatively, you might invite someone—a stranger you meet at a coffee shop, an introverted acquaintance you’d like to know better, or even a family member or friend with whom you’d like to share the experience.

Become an instant part of this community by helping spread the word!

## **🗓️ Meetup Summary:**

## **Prepare to Meet the Artists (On Zoom)**

* Friday, August 1st at 7pm
* Saturday, August 2nd at 10am
* Sunday, Aug 3rd at 8am

## **Meet the Artists (on Zoom)**

* Artists Spotlight with Okan: Sunday, August 3rd at 7pm

## **In-Person Gathering**

* *Bohemian Nights at Old Town Square:* Thursday, August 7th—We’ll start gathering at 6pm for the 7pm concert. (*see separate Meetup Event*)

**Join us for music, conversation, and new connections!**

Brittany A

Karyl Rice

MEET the ARTISTS: Afro-Cuban Jazz Duo “Okan” Is Coming to Fort Collins!

**Who:** You, our group, and the acclaimed Afro-Cuban Jazz Duo "Okan"
**What:** Bohemian Nights
**Where:** Old Town Square in Fort Collins
**Date:** Thursday, August 7th
**Time:** Show up between 6pm-7pm to meet in person and get good seats for the show.
**Totally Optional:** Bring a folding chair (or pillows and a blanket), non-alcoholic drinks, and maybe a snack to share.

**Introverts United** is a welcoming space where virtual connections turn into real-life communities & friendships. We start by meeting online to get to know each other—then connect in person at exciting events right here in Fort Collins, Colorado.

**Join Us Before the Event**
The whole idea of this Meetup Group is that we get a chance to meet one another online before attending events together. So go ahead and sign up for this LIVE event; Then go back to our “Introverts United” group on Meetup, and **sign up for at least one ONLINE event.**

**Special Guests: Meet the Artists Online**
On Sunday, June 3rd at 7pm, the artists themselves, Elizabeth Rodriguez and/or Magdelys Savigne from Okan, have agreed to join our online gathering to tell us their story and answer questions.

**Get to Know Each Other...and Okan's music**
There will also be several other events to choose from, where we will listen to their music, discuss their lyrics, and get to know each other before showing up for the concert.

Check out the invite **"Prepare to Meet the Artists"** (dated July 28th)
RSVP and REPLY in the comments which events you'd like to attend:

* Friday, August 1st at 7pm
* Saturday, August 2nd at 10am
* Sunday, August 3rd at 8am

Each event will have different music, different questions, and different people...so feel free to attend more than one to get to know each other (and the music!) even better!

https://www.meetup.com/introverts-united-noco/events/310234761/?eventOrigin=group_upcoming_events

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