African Diaspora

[Get tickets here](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982320339498?aff=oddtdtcreator) **This speed dating event is for Black & African American singles. Speed dating is the most effective way for men and women to meet. Nothin' beats meeting someone face to face in a nice and safe environment.** **How does it work?** You will go on about 10 dates with someone of the opposite sex, each date will be 5 minutes long/short. We will provide you with materials to tell us who you liked. If the same person(s) you pick also pick you, you will be a "Match" and we will give you each others' contact information - then the rest is up to you! Call each other up and make plans to go out! **Ages:** Women 30 - 45, Men 30 - 45 **Things to know:** * We are promoting this event on various dating sites, don't just go by the number of people who have RSVP'd on this Meetup group. This event is almost sold out. * The purchase of 1 drink is required, so please buy a drink so the venue will let us use their space for future events. * There's no strict dress code, but this is a singles event and you will want to look your best. No gym wear, hoodies, sneakers, etc. Stylish jeans okay. * Tickets are only $35. NO tickets sold at the door. [Get tickets here](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982320339498?aff=oddtdtcreator)

Hey there, fellow food adventures! Isn't it wild how food has this incredible superpower to bring us all closer? It’s like a secret language that everyone understands, no matter where you're from. And honestly, that's the coolest part – every single country has its own unique, vibrant kitchen full of hidden gems and mouth-watering traditions just waiting for us to discover them. That's why we're super excited to continue our new food series, **\*\*\*Culinary Journey Around the Black Diaspora"! \*\*\*** For our next stop, buckle up because we're heading straight to the vibrant heart of **“CUBA”** Imagine the rhythmic music, the warm sunshine, and plates overflowing with pure, soulful deliciousness. Get ready because this isn't just about eating; it's about taking a flavorful trip around the world, celebrating the rich and diverse food cultures born from the Black diaspora. Each event is going to whisk you away to a different country, not just to taste their amazing dishes, but to really dig into the heart and soul – the history, the stories, and the cultural vibes behind every single bite. To snag your spot at this feast and make sure you don't miss out on the fun, we're just asking for a small **$20** deposit. Think of it as your golden ticket – it'll go straight towards your incredible meal on the day of the event. We can't wait to share this amazing journey with you! **Payment** Cash App DW: $DW3W1986 Venmo - @Dereeka-Turner **DO NOT RSVP UNLESS DEPOSIT HAS BEEN PAID.** If deposits are not submitted at time of rsvp, you will regrettably be moved to our waitlist, then to 'not going' until payment has been made. This policy helps us to effectively manage capacity and ensure that spaces are allocated to individuals who are fully committed to attending. Please note that deposits become non-refundable for cancellations made less than 48 hours before the scheduled event. -- About Black Everywhere® Black Everywhere is a global community bringing together Black professionals, creatives, couples and singles alike for brunches, mixers, hikes, wellness, and cultural outings. Whether you’re looking for connection, networking, or just fun, you’ll find it here.

**\!\!\! CLASSES ARE NOT FREE \| PLEASE KNOW THAT SCHEDULE CAN CHANGE \!\!\!** *In order to take the class at BDC, you must have a BDC account. You can sign-up* ***[here](https://www.broadwaydancecenter.com/schedule/schedule-in-person)****.* Afro'Dance class is a mixture of the new generation of African social and street dance. In the class, you will work on musicality heavily influenced by the rhythm and musical trends from The Congo, Ivory Coast, Angola, and beyond. Urban street styles are incorporated into the backdrop of this heavily African-based technique. The cultural, social, and free-spirited side of this class creates an environment where students dance, learn, have fun, and feel free. *** Get to Know Angel: Angel Kaba, International Creative & Artistic Director, has been collaborating with artists such as Coolio, Orishas, Kaye Styles, Rihanna, Kayne West, Taye Diggs and others. Further notable experiences involved stage/television/commercial performances and dancing for world renowned brands like Coca Cola, Levi's, Fructis by Garnier, Nutella, Universal, RocNation, MTV, NBC, and SNAPCHAT. Kaba began her artistic career with ballet at the tender age of 6, which she pursued for more than 15 years. She also studied music theory and theater at the Music Academy of Brussels in Belgium. Beside her artistic path, she graduated with honors in Marketing from a business school in 2005. Angel Kaba developed her own dance technique "Ka'frican" combining a Hip Hop foundation with Afro Urban dance styles. The foundation of urban street dance styles is incorporated as backdrop to the heavily African influenced technique. The social and pleasant side of this discipline creates an environment where students dance, have fun and feel free. She performs and teaches hip-hop & Afro’Dance master classes all over the world, including Belgium, Germany, Poland, France, Congo DRC, Martinique, Cuba and more. www.angelkaba.org https://www.broadwaydancecenter.com/faculty/angel-kaba Price: Price: $29 RSVP: http://www.broadwaydancecenter.com/schedule #BDConline #AngelKaba #AfroDanceNewYork

**\!\!\! CLASSES ARE NOT FREE \(YOU CAN PAY AT THE FRONT DESK OF THE LOCATION \| PLEASE KNOW THAT SCHEDULE CAN CHANGE \!\!\!** Afro'Dance class is a mixture of the new generation of African social and street dance. In the class, you will work on musicality heavily influenced by the rhythm and musical trends from The Congo, Ivory Coast, Angola, and beyond. Urban street styles are incorporated into the backdrop of this heavily African-based technique. The cultural, social, and free-spirited side of this class creates an environment where students dance, learn, have fun, and feel free. *** Get to Know Angel: Angel Kaba, International Creative & Artistic Director, has been collaborating with artists such as Coolio, Orishas, Kaye Styles, Rihanna, Kayne West, Taye Diggs and others. Further notable experiences involved stage/television/commercial performances and dancing for world renowned brands like Coca Cola, Levi's, Fructis by Garnier, Nutella, Universal, RocNation, MTV, NBC, and SNAPCHAT. Kaba began her artistic career with ballet at the tender age of 6, which she pursued for more than 15 years. She also studied music theory and theater at the Music Academy of Brussels in Belgium. Beside her artistic path, she graduated with honors in Marketing from a business school in 2005. Angel Kaba developed her own dance technique "Ka'frican" combining a Hip Hop foundation with Afro Urban dance styles. The foundation of urban street dance styles is incorporated as a backdrop to the heavily African-influenced technique. The social and pleasant side of this discipline creates an environment where students dance, have fun and feel free. She performs and teaches hip-hop & Afro’Dance master classes all over the world, including Belgium, Germany, Poland, France, Congo DRC, Martinique, Cuba, and more. [www.angelkaba.org](www.angelkaba.org) #### Pricing New Students: $20 Single Class Card: $24 3 Class Card: $68 5 Class Card: $110 10 Class Card: $200 RSVP: [https://ailey.org/people/angel-kaba](https://ailey.org/people/angel-kaba) #Ailey #AileyExtension #realclassesforrealpeople #AngelKaba #AfroDanceNewYork

**\!\!\! CLASSES ARE NOT FREE \| PLEASE KNOW THAT SCHEDULE CAN CHANGE \!\!\!** *In order to take the class at BDC, you must have a BDC account. You can sign-up* ***[here](https://www.broadwaydancecenter.com/schedule/schedule-in-person)****.* Afro'Dance class is a mixture of the new generation of African social and street dance. In the class, you will work on musicality heavily influenced by the rhythm and musical trends from The Congo, Ivory Coast, Angola, and beyond. Urban street styles are incorporated into the backdrop of this heavily African-based technique. The cultural, social, and free-spirited side of this class creates an environment where students dance, learn, have fun, and feel free. *** Get to Know Angel: Angel Kaba, International Creative & Artistic Director, has been collaborating with artists such as Coolio, Orishas, Kaye Styles, Rihanna, Kayne West, Taye Diggs and others. Further notable experiences involved stage/television/commercial performances and dancing for world renowned brands like Coca Cola, Levi's, Fructis by Garnier, Nutella, Universal, RocNation, MTV, NBC, and SNAPCHAT. Kaba began her artistic career with ballet at the tender age of 6, which she pursued for more than 15 years. She also studied music theory and theater at the Music Academy of Brussels in Belgium. Beside her artistic path, she graduated with honors in Marketing from a business school in 2005. Angel Kaba developed her own dance technique "Ka'frican" combining a Hip Hop foundation with Afro Urban dance styles. The foundation of urban street dance styles is incorporated as backdrop to the heavily African influenced technique. The social and pleasant side of this discipline creates an environment where students dance, have fun and feel free. She performs and teaches hip-hop & Afro’Dance master classes all over the world, including Belgium, Germany, Poland, France, Congo DRC, Martinique, Cuba and more. www.angelkaba.org https://www.broadwaydancecenter.com/faculty/angel-kaba Price: $29 RSVP: http://www.broadwaydancecenter.com/schedule #BDConline #AngelKaba #AfroDanceNewYork

**\!\!\! CLASSES ARE NOT FREE \(YOU CAN PAY AT THE FRONT DESK OF THE LOCATION \| PLEASE KNOW THAT SCHEDULE CAN CHANGE \!\!\!** Afro'Dance class is a mixture of the new generation of African social and street dance. In the class, you will work on musicality heavily influenced by the rhythm and musical trends from The Congo, Ivory Coast, Angola, and beyond. Urban street styles are incorporated into the backdrop of this heavily African-based technique. The cultural, social, and free-spirited side of this class creates an environment where students dance, learn, have fun, and feel free. *** Get to Know Angel: Angel Kaba, International Creative & Artistic Director, has been collaborating with artists such as Coolio, Orishas, Kaye Styles, Rihanna, Kayne West, Taye Diggs and others. Further notable experiences involved stage/television/commercial performances and dancing for world renowned brands like Coca Cola, Levi's, Fructis by Garnier, Nutella, Universal, RocNation, MTV, NBC, and SNAPCHAT. Kaba began her artistic career with ballet at the tender age of 6, which she pursued for more than 15 years. She also studied music theory and theater at the Music Academy of Brussels in Belgium. Beside her artistic path, she graduated with honors in Marketing from a business school in 2005. Angel Kaba developed her own dance technique "Ka'frican" combining a Hip Hop foundation with Afro Urban dance styles. The foundation of urban street dance styles is incorporated as a backdrop to the heavily African-influenced technique. The social and pleasant side of this discipline creates an environment where students dance, have fun and feel free. She performs and teaches hip-hop & Afro’Dance master classes all over the world, including Belgium, Germany, Poland, France, Congo DRC, Martinique, Cuba, and more. [www.angelkaba.org](www.angelkaba.org) #### Pricing New Students: $20 Single Class Card: $24 3 Class Card: $68 5 Class Card: $110 10 Class Card: $200 RSVP: [https://ailey.org/people/angel-kaba](https://ailey.org/people/angel-kaba) #Ailey #AileyExtension #realclassesforrealpeople #AngelKaba #AfroDanceNewYork