North Okanagan residents will have a chance to explore all Africa has to offer minutes from their front doors.
Vernon and District Immigrant and Community Services Society (VDICSS) will host its Embrace the Nations event Jambo Africa – Celebrating Africa's Rich Diversity on Saturday, March 8, from 1-4 p.m. at the Coldstream Community Hall.
This special event will highlight the diverse cultures, traditions, and flavours of Africa, a continent made up of 54 unique countries.
With a growing number of African newcomers calling Vernon home – including VDICSS volunteer facilitator and community connections liaison Fadia Mokadmi – it presents an opportunity to showcase the cultural richness they bring to the community.
The event will take guests on a cultural journey through Africa’s four major regions – North, South, East, and West – offering a vibrant display of music, dance, cuisine, and cultural performances.
“We are excited to invite the Vernon community to embrace and celebrate the richness of African cultures,” said Mokadmi, a North African newcomer to the North Okanagan.
“As an African, I am eager to share my own culture and traditions, while also discovering the diverse and vibrant cultures of other African regions. This event is a beautiful opportunity for us all to connect, learn from one another, and celebrate the shared human experience.”
Tickets can be purchased at ticketstripe.com/jambo-africa or by visiting vdicss.org/events.
For more information, call 250-542-4177.
