Merchant Profile: We Welcome Willie Mitchell Designs to the Go Africa Carnival 2019 on 7/13/2019

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The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

About

Artist / Illustrator / Fashion Designer / Card Couturier / Entrepreneur.
Brooklyn, New York native, Willie Mitchell, a truly multi-talented individual began his love for art and fashion at an early age. Willie began sketching at age four, taught by his older brother, he spent countless hours drawing shapes and figures. ” When I became a teenager, I was inspired by the fashion styles of Josephine Baker, Diana Ross, Grace Jones, Jody Watley & Madonna. I remember how I always loved their look because each of these ladies style seemed original, bold, unique & timeless.” Mitchell’s design aspirations were also influenced by famous fashion designers like (Yves Saint Laurent, Karl Lagerfeld, Sonia Rykiel, Coco Chanel, Giorgio Armani and the famous illustrator Erté.)
He attended the prestigious Parsons School of Design for two years. Shortly after he started
assisting top design houses such as (Piero Dimitri, Lawrence Stephens, and Fila.) His credits also
include working for (Victoria’s Secret, Liz Claiborne & Francois Hendy.) “The experience of working
for these wonderful company’s helped me immensely and strengthen my ambition of starting my own
business and giving back. “In 1993, Willie’s hard work ethic started paying off when Essence
Magazine featured a ‘Willie Mitchell’ original design for their spring bride’s issue. That same year,
his illustrations were featured alongside top designers in Harriett Cole’s wedding planner, ‘Jumping
The Broom’ also HX Magazine June 2007 issue.’ In addition, several of his fashion illustrations have
been featured on daytime’s award winning soap opera (‘As The World Turns.’)
In recent years, Mitchell’s work has been shown in many galleries, boutiques, arts & crafts shows in
New York and other parts of the United States. His work is currently being sold in places like
(Etcetera Gifts & Harlem Flo Flora Atelier) showing whimsical
fashion forward greeting cards and paintings in 3-D format. Willie continues to collaborate with other Visual
Artists & Designers on various projects in addition to participating in and producing Art Exhibitions,
Fashion & Trade shows. Check back for upcoming events, projects and locations.

  • Male
  • Born on April 2
  • Joined December 28, 2010

Favorite materials

Paper, Watercolor, Pencil, Ink Pen, Fabric, Decorative Appliques, Glitter

News Flash: Presenting The Go Africa Master chefs! For the Go Africa Carnival 2019 on 7/13/2019

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The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

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In partnership with Go Caribbean, Go Africa Health & Go Africa News:
We are proud to present the Go Africa Master Chefs for the street festival on 7/15/2017!

The Go Africa Master Chefs will be on 12 grills cooking up African, Caribbean, and American specialties for the duration of the street festival.

The Go Africa Master Chefs will be cooking it up in addition to the other featured food merchants at the street Festival to increase your food choices and eating pleasures.

There will be no cooking contests, samplings, tastings, etc. Just cooking for your eating pleasure and enjoyment.

Live cooking with start promptly at 10am on 7/15/2017

You can ready your appetite and forks for the following menu items and more on 7/15/2017!

  • African Goat
  • Jamaican Jerk Goat
  • Jerk Pork
  • Grilled Chicken
  • Jamaican Beef Patties
  • Baked Potatoes (White & Sweet)
  • Cassava
  • Grilled Corn
  • Braised & Seared Chicken
  • Braised & Seared Pork
  • Fried Plantains
  • French Fries (White & Sweet)
  • Hamburger & Hotdogs
  • Hotlinks
  • Chicken Tenders

Some of the food options are considered health choices for the health conscious that will be in attendance.  

Visit Empire BlueCross BlueShield @ the Go Africa Carnival 2019 on 7/13/201918

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We welcome Empire BlueCross BlueShield to the Go Africa Carnival 2019 this year!

The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

 

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Visit Kingston Restaurant & Bar to the Go Africa Carnival 2019 on 7/13/2019

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Visit Kingston Restaurant & Bar at the  Go Africa Carnival and throughout the year!

The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

Kingston has a full service bar!

Kingston Restaurant & Bar
Discover Kingston

Kingston, a Jamaican and Caribbean restaurant and bar is the only authentic Caribbean dining experience located in Harlem, the most diverse part of New York City.  Kingston creates a euphoric feeling of nostalgia for a caribbean lax, calm and tranquil vacation with the music, energy and food offered which provides an escape from the fast paced New York City.  The menu items are traditional Jamaican and Caribbean meals and beverages with a contemporary flare designed to appeal to an International market but still maintaining all crucial taste buds and flavors.  
Undeniably Caribbean culture, food and music has been impactful globally, regionally and locally. However, there are no Caribbean restaurant and or barwith a complete experience present in the area.  But instead elements of the culture were easily modified and copied in so many restaurants. Kingston creates something offering a truly authentic experience.

Contact:          218 West 116th St, Harlem, NY 10026

Call:                 646.861.1082

E-Mail:             kingston@kingstonharlem.com

Open Now
12:00PM – 4:00PM, 4:00PM – 12:00PM
 

Harlem’s spot for Jamaican & Caribbean Eats. Reminiscent of the islands where the vibes cyaan dun!!! #OneLoveHarlem #RumForit & Full Bar

We will be accepting all major credit cards via Square at the Go Africa Carnival 2019 on 7/13/2019

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We are pleased to announce that we will be accepting all major credit cards via Square at the upcoming Go Africa Carnival 2019 on 7/13/0219.
We will accepting all major Credit Cards for the following purchases:

  • All Go Africa vendors for Food & Beverages (Coffee,Tea, Wine, Beer, water, etc).
  • All Go Africa vendors for Beer & Wine
  • Purchase of Go Africa Tickets ( tickets will be in issued in denominations of  $5.00 only) Go Africa Tickets will be accepted by all Go Africa Vendors and other participating vendors.
  • All Credit cards transactions will be conducted with EMV Chip readers to ensure all transactions are secure and safe.

The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001



We welcome the support of NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) for the Go Africa Carnival 2019 on 7/13/2019

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We are again honored to have the support of the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) for the upcoming Go Africa Carnival 2019 to be held on 07/13/2019 from 10am – 6pm on 116th street btw 7th & 8th Avenues.
CONTACT:

The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019

from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.

self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

or email Info@GoAfricacarnival.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001

The New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) is dedicated to supporting and strengthening New York City’s vibrant cultural life. Among our primary missions is to ensure adequate public funding for non-profit cultural organizations, both large and small, throughout the five boroughs.
DCLA also works to promote and advocate for quality arts programming and to articulate the contribution made by the cultural community to the City’s economic vitality. The Department represents and serves non-profit cultural organizations involved in the visual, literary and performing arts; public-oriented science and humanities institutions including zoos, botanical gardens and historic and preservation societies; and creative artists at all skill levels who live and work within the City’s five boroughs.
Through its Materials for the Arts Program, DCLA provides free supplies for use in arts programs offered by non-profit groups and New York City public schools. DCLA has also changed the physical landscape of New York City through its Percent for Art program by commissioning more than 180 works of art by some of the world’s leading artists at public building sites throughout the city.

Cultural Affairs is structured primarily into three funding divisions:

Program Services Unit

  • Administers funds supporting 881 groups that provide cultural experiences for the City’s residents and visitors.

Cultural Institutions Unit

  • Provides operational support (in the form of unrestricted operating grants and the payment of all energy bills – heat, light and power) for major cultural institutions occupying City-owned buildings or land.

Capital Projects Unit

  • Provides capital design, construction and equipment funds for those institutions and other cultural groups in City-owned and non City-owned facilities.

 

In addition, Cultural Affairs provides:

  • Access by artists and cultural institutions to the information, materials and resources to reinforce their creative contributions to the City.

http://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcla/index.page

31 Chambers St
New York, New York
@nyculturalaffairs

Artist Profile: Sekouba Bolomba, Senior Artistic Director (Africa) will be leading the artist Stages at the Go Africa Carnival 2019 on 7/13/2019

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We again welcome Mr.  Sekouba Bolomba, Senior Artistic Director (Africa), Go Africa Network Inc, as the lead performer and artist for the upcoming Carnival on 7/13/2019

The Go Africa Carnival 2019 will take place on  7/13/2019
from 10am – 6pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.
self-register via @Eventbrite https://goafricacarnival2019.eventbrite.com

Mr. Sekouba Bolomba is an Ivorian reggae musician. In the tradition of jamaican roots reggae from the 70s, Sekouba combines an eclectic mix of traditional West African rhythms known as Bolomba, using djembe drums and balafons. His potent lyrics, heavy ideas, and delicate voice are laced in his music in four different languages: English, French, Malinke and Bambara. He humbly has graced stages around the globe with generous performances, including Israel, Germany, Switzerland, Mali, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, the United States of America and Canada.
After being enriched into the roots of the Bolomba style, the young Sekouba came alive with the West African sounds of the Mandinka. Sekouba’s desire to sing came naturally but it was never a reality without the musical influence of his brother, Ismael Isaac. Sekouba’s other musical influences include, Lucky Dube, Alpha Blondy, and Bob Marley.
Sekouba’s uplifting and heartening lyrics enliven audiences with spiritual liberation and African consciousness. His debut album “I’m So Glad” was self-produced in New York City and arranged by Oscar Ankou. Sekouba’s sophomore album in 2010 “Sejo” was co-produced by Sidney Mills, Grammy award-winning reggae artist and keyboard player for the legendary reggae band Steel Pulse. The album includes outstanding liberal tracks like “Mandela” featuring Bob Marley’s guitarist Junior Marvin from The Wailers. “Mandela” is a sharp and arousing tribute to former President of South Africa Nelson Mandela, and has been well-received by international fans.
Sekouba and his band Bolumba Stylee have decorated the nation with groovy, soulful performances at venues and festivals such as Festival Nuits d’Afrique in Montreal, Canada; Abi Festival in Abidjan, Ivory Coast; Fête de la Musique in Mali; SummerStage in New York City, alongside Israeli artist Idan Raichel; NJPAC SummerStage; New Haven Music Festival; Brooklyn’s International African Arts Festival; S.O.B.’s; Shrine World Music Venue; and many more. Sekouba’s music is inspired by a conglomerate of modern day music, and the ancestral dialogue passed down to him as a descendant of a long line of griots. In one show, Sekouba’s listeners share in a universal experience.
Sekouba is the youngest brother of Isaac Ismael, the lead singer in Ivory Coast’s best known musical group. He currently lives in New York City and is the Senior Artistic Director for the Go Africa Network 2016 (NYC).

Sekouba’s bio is in the May 2016 edition of L3 Magazine, North America.s #1 Urban-Caribbean online publication.

https://www.facebook.com/sekouba.bolomba/about

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We are proud to announce the support of New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo's Support for the Go Africa 2018 SF (Carnival) on 7/14/2018

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We are proud again to have received New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s Support for the Street festival on 7/14/2018.  10897904_899840180047196_1632272917985910354_n
The Go Africa Carnival 2018 will take place on 07/14/2018
from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.
please self-register via Eventbrite https://goafricaharlem2018.eventbrite.com
or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001 more information can be found at www.GoAfricaHarlem.org
July 14, 2018
 
 
 
Dear Friends:
 
It is a pleasure to send greetings to everyone gathered for the third annual Go Africa Harlem Street Festival, celebrating the history, legacy, and significance of African culture throughout the vibrant Harlem community.
 
This event provides many reasons to take pride in everything that Harlem represents – its people, businesses, institutions, and cultural resources. As a one block area of 116th Street comes alive with the sights, sounds, and tastes of a classic street festival, all residents look forward to
the opportunity to experience the best of your community in a display of goods and services by local merchants, inspired by the African culture that is a foundation of Harlem life.
 
Further highlighted by the presentation of traditional African dance, music, and art, this street festival will help make local life an even richer blend of cultural and social activities, along with economic opportunities.  The welcoming presence of many dignitaries, sponsors, and supporters invites the whole community to come together in spirit and shared pride.  I applaud
Go Africa Network Inc. for once again bringing this event into the heart of Harlem, adding positively to the dynamics of summer life for its people.
 
Warmest regards and best wishes for a successful and grand street festival.
 
Sincerely,


 
 
 
 

Visit New York Rx Card @ the Go Africa 2018 SF (Carnival) on 7/14/2018

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Visit NY RX Card on 7/14/2018!
The Go Africa Carnival 2018 will take place on 07/14/2018
from 10am – 7pm on 116th Street btw. 7th & 8th Aves.
please self-register via Eventbrite https://goafricaharlem2018.eventbrite.com
or email Info@GoAfricaHarlem.org or phone 646-502-9778 Ext. 8001 more information can be found at www.GoAfricaHarlem.org
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