Culturally Diverse Events:
Southwestern Ontario is rich with culturally diverse events that celebrate the many groups that make up our communities.We are pleased to recognize and promote these events on our “Connections” website. We welcome our viewers’ input for continued growth and awareness. To submit a culturally diverse event, please CLICK HERE.
7th Generation Hip Hop Nation a colloboration of hip hop and Traditonal First Nations Culture
OPEN HOUSE London Muslim Mosque
CONCERT OF THE GROUP "SYNTHESIS 7th Generation Hip Hop Nation a colloboration of hip hop and Traditonal First Nations Culture OPEN HOUSE London Muslim Mosque
CONCERT OF THE GROUP "SYNTHESIS" 2010 OPA GREEK FESTIVAL Fusion 2.0 THE GLOBE SHOW Life as a Refugee A Taste of India
2010 OPA GREEK FESTIVAL
A Taste of India
THE GLOBE SHOW
Life as a Refugee
Fusion 2.0
Date: Saturday Sept 19th, 2010
Phone#: 519-672-4079
Contact Name: Teri Morrow
Time: 9-4pm
Venue: Museum of Archaeology
Email: happy@soahac.on.ca
Description: 7th Generation Hip Hop Nation a colloboration of hip hop and Traditonal First Nations Culture, will be offering workshops for youth in dance, crafts and food demonstration. This event will be held in conjunction with the Museum of Archaeology Annual Pow Wow Sept 18-19, 2010. Prizes, interactive workshops and cultural learning experiences. Open to all.
Date: August 7
Phone#: 519-439-9451
Time: 12 - 4pm
Venue: London Muslim Mosque 151 Oxford St. W
Email: info@londonmosque.ca
Description: OPEN HOUSE London Muslim Mosque 151 Oxford Street West Saturday August 7 12 - 4 p.m. You are invited to visit the newly renovated London Muslim Mosque. This is the first mosque built in Ontario, and the second in Canada. The classical exterior design of the original building is simple and finished in white stucco, featuring pointed arches that frame the windows, a multi-faceted central dome that sits over the main prayer hall, and a single-domed minaret that flanks the building. The renovations include full handicapped access. Guided tours of the facilities will be provided. Entrance off of Summit Street.
Date: June 06, 2010
Phone#: 519-966-6257
Contact Name: : Mare Stefanov
Time: June 06 - 7:00 pm
Venue:"Saint Nicholas" Macedonian Centre
Email:churchstnicholas@gmail.com
Description: CONCERT OF THE GROUP "SYNTHESIS" June 06, 2010 @ 7pm Traditional sound synthesised in R&B and ethno-jazz. The group Synthesis has been declared the best international band in Canada for 2008. This selection was made by the website "Toronto Exclusive". The band Synthesis was nominated in three music categories: Best International Album, Best International Web site and international best instrumental group. Synthesis is a band, established in 1995, for the purpose of carrying out an in-depth pursuit of the outstanding folk music treasures of Macedonia. The name "Synthesis" was chosen to express the concept of the group. The combination of traditional sounds with contemporary arrangements creates a musical synthesis. Digging deeply into the roots of Macedonian folk heritage, with a serious concern for the basics of traditional compositions, the group has received high praise for breathing new life in this milieu. Synthesis is one of the very rare ensembles that are managing to present Macedonian folklore music on a very authentically and original way. Keeping alive the beat of the drum, and the traditional ethno sound, through the old traditional instruments, the music and performance of Synthesis came to be the most attended and most respected soundtrack by the Macedonian people and worldwide known by the particular scent of natural voice and beat incorporation. Information and tickets at: 519 966 6257 churchstnicholas@gmail.com
Date: June 25, 26 & 27, 2010
Phone#: 519-686-8466
Contact Name: Karen Katsiroumbas and Jason Fragiskatos
Time: June 25 - 5:00 pm to midnight, June 26 - noon to 2 pm, June 27 - 11 am to 10 pm
Venue: Hellenic Community Centre
, London, Ontario
Email:londongreekcom@bellnet.ca
Description: The annual outdoor OPA GREEK FESTIVAL will be held this year on June 25, 26 & 27, 2010 at the Hellenic Community Centre (131 Southdale Road West, London, ON N6J 2J2). This year the Greek Community has partnered with the LONDON CHILDREN'S MUSEUM as their Charity of Choice. All donations received at the entrance to the Festival will go to the London Children's Museum. Come on out and experience great Greek cuisine, ethnic dance and music along with a variety of vendors and children's activities. In addition, an Ouzeri will also provide a very unique and typically Greek experience. Check out the Festival website - www.opafestival.ca or call 519-686-8466 for more informaton.
Website: www.opafestival.ca
Date: May 28th
Phone#: 519-657-1709
Contact Name: Heidys Pavajeau
Time: 6pm to 10pm
Venue: Montcalm Secondary School, London, Ontario
Email:h.pavajeau@live.ca
Description: A group of youth has received funding through the Youth In Action initiative offered by the United Way to deliver A MULTICULTURAL TALENT SHOW that celebrates diversity. The actual event is on Friday, May, 28th from 6 to 10.
Website: Facebook Event Page
Date: FRIDAY JUNE 4
Phone#: 519-452-2700
Contact Name: LIZ AKANO
Time: 8:30 A.M TO 3:30 P.M
Venue: H. B. BEAL S. S. FOOTBALL FIELD, London, Ontario
Email:e.akano@tvdsb.on.ca
Description: The Beal Globe Show is a celebration of our cultural diversity designed to inform and educate the general public and our students on the diversity of our communties. This free event is also designed to provide an opportunity for staff, students and community members to share their cultures....foods, fashions, dances, games, and much, much more.
Website: www.tvdsb.ca/Beal.cfm
Date: June 19th, 2010
Phone#: 519-432-1133
Contact Name: Monica Abdelkader
Time: 10am-4pm
Venue: Central Library, London, Ontario
Email:educator@lcclc.org
Description: Can you spot a refugee in a crowd? Probably not, but did you know that London has more refugees per capita then any other city in Canada? Join us on June 19th 2010 for "Life as a Refugee" in honor of World Refugee Day. In partnership with the London Public Library, this event aims to celebrate the diversity and resiliency of refugees. Through panel discussions, presentations, theatre and cultural arts and community displays we invite everyone to celebrate the accomplishments of this wonderful group of Londoners.
Date: Saturday May 29, 2010
Phone#: 519-663-1406 or 519-266-4671
Contact Name: Peter Dale or Joy and Grace Punnoose
Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pm (doors open at 5:30 for viewing of Silent Auction items)
Venue: Lambeth Community Centre, 7112 Beattie Street W., London, Ontario
Email:stsavafolklor@yahoo.ca
Description: The Native Missionary Movement invites you to join us for an evening of exotic Indian cuisine, entertainment and a silent auction to raise funds to support various Native Missionary Movement projects in India.
Website: www.nmmindia.org