2019 Events

New Year's Eve Pilgrimage to the Motherland

December 21, 2019 – January 2, 2020

In this 12-day spectacular tour of Africa, we will visit places such as Dakar, the capital and largest city in Senegal, Gorée Island, the once departure point for millions of African slaves bound for the Americas, the unusual Pink Lake, The Roots village of Kunta Kinte and so much more! 

Weekly African Drum Class

Fridays | February 15 – December 27

Join Kenneth Brown II at Africa Love Store every Friday night for our weekly African Drum class from 6 – 8 PM. This kid-friendly event is educational and provides a night full of fun for the entire family. 

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

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African Art Exhibition with Serigne Ibra Fall from Senegal

October 8 – October 31

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to visit Africa Love’s pop-up Art Gallery and purchase these one-of-a-kind authentic African collectibles created by Serigne Ibra Fall from Senegal, West Africa.

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Fall Lecture Series & Fundraiser at Africa Love

Wednesdays | October 9 – October 30

Topics include:

10/9 – Traditional W. African Spirituality – with A. Ifayomi Stanton and Baba Odushola Osanyin

10/16 – Love & Unity – with Dre’chir Whitfield

10/23 – African Art – with Serigne Ibra Fall

10/30 – Travel to Africa: Myth vs. Fact – with Mara Diakhate

 

2nd Annual A Touch of Africa Las Vegas

August 10 – August 11

The event will celebrate African culture at the Clark County Library Theater with a drum/dance showcase, an African fashion show, a meet & greet welcome reception, a vendor bazaar, awards ceremony and an African after-party.

Followed by a full-day of African dance and drum workshops at the UNLV Department of Dance. All ages/abilities/experience levels welcome.

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Afro-Caribbean Sundays

Sunday | August 4

Spice up your summer nights, your date nights, and your weekends with this fun celebration of Africa and the Caribbean! And for all our Afrocentric fashionistas, enjoy a FASHION SHOW courtesy of Africa Love Store and Afro’tique- Purses Shoes Clothes Etc.

 

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July Networking Mixer

Wednesday | July 31

There is power in unity and diversity! It’s about connecting, networking, sharing, supporting and celebrating our businesses, hustles and our diverse diaspora cultures!

Mix and Mingle at the amazing one and only Africa Love Store in Townsquare Las Vegas for all things African clothes, crafts and home decor!

Drum Circle In Town Square Park

Saturday | June 1

Drummers, dancers, acoustic musicians, music lovers, beginners, experts are ALL invited! Bring your own instrument or rent a drum from us. 

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

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Africa Day Celebration

Saturday | May 25

Enjoy LIVE MUSIC all day from the one and only, Moulah King of Kingdom Records and participate in a FREE drum circle with Kenneth Brown II a.k.a. PERFECT.

Let’s come together to commemorate our independence, our freedom and our liberation from colonial imperialists, and to give thanks to our ancestors who gave up so much for us!

 

Pan African Soul Sessions: Youth & Education

Friday | May 17

This month we will be discussing Youth & Education.  We have an amazing line up of panelists who will share their insight on youth programs, alternative education options, as well as higher education!  

Drum Circle In Town Square Park

Sunday | May 4

Drummers, dancers, acoustic musicians, music lovers, beginners, experts are ALL invited! Bring your own instrument or rent a drum from us.

 NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

Drum Circle In Town Square Park

Sunday | April 6

Drummers, dancers, acoustic musicians, music lovers, beginners, experts are ALL invited! Bring your own instrument or rent a drum from us. 

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

 

Pan-African Soul Sessions - Cultural Appreciation

Friday | March 15

Pan African Soul Sessions are bi-monthly forums that strive to connect Africans and African Americans through transparent and uplifting conversations about positive dynamics while supporting entrepreneurs in the community. 

One Night in Brazil - A Cultural Celebration featuring SambaDá

Friday | February 22

Celebrate Black History Month with West Coast’s hottest Afro-Brazilian band! Based on the rich musical traditions of Brazil, SambaDá is known for its high-energy percussion, danceable grooves,  visually dynamic show, and Carnival-like performances.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23

Dandha’s Afro Brazilian Dance Workshop is an invitation to explore the rich world of Afro Brazilian Dance traditions with a gifted and dedicated teacher. Her classes and workshops focus on folkloric and Orixa-inspired dance, Samba Afro and Samba Reggae – as well as other Brazilian dance styles – and feature live drumming by talented local musicians. Dandha welcomes students of all levels and backgrounds. Everyone will find challenges and inspiration in her dancing and teaching!

Africa Love Drum Circle

Saturday | February 2

Drummers, dancers, acoustic musicians, music lovers, beginners, experts are ALL invited! Bring your own instrument or rent a drum from us. 

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

 

Pan-African Soul Session -1st Community Forum

Friday | January 18

Pan-African Soul Sessions are bi-monthly forum style conversations where those who identify and have an interest in Africa, can bond through transparent and uplifting conversations centered on its culture, entrepreneurship and positive family dynamics. 

Drum Circle at Africa Love Store

Saturday | January 5

Drummers, dancers, acoustic musicians, music lovers, beginners, experts are ALL invited! Bring your own instrument or rent a drum from us. 

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!