Immerse yourself in West African culture through drumming, vibrant costumes, and more. “Experience the Beat of Africa” is a community festival co-hosted by Glenfield Library and Kra KoTo Kra, a West African-style drumming ensemble. The event features a performance, as well as drumming and dancing tutorials/workshops by Kra KoTo Kra, and an exhibition of traditional ... Read more
Dive hands-on into one of Tonga's most iconic traditions. Create Ngatu (Tapa cloth) from local recycled materials and take home an appreciation for this vital cultural art form! Enjoy a stunning cultural performance featuring dancers and performers dressed in gorgeous traditional tapa garments. Experience the elegance, rhythm, and storytelling woven into every move. Learn how ... Read more
This warm and welcoming workshop invites whānau to learn four easy songs from Māori, Fijian, Korean, and Swiss styles. Each song is introduced with a short story, gentle pronunciation support, and light call-and-response. The group will enjoy: Pūkarekare Ana (Aotearoa New Zealand, Māori) Isa Lei (Fiji) Jindo Arirang (Korea) A simple Swiss-style yodel The workshop ... Read more