Congolese Cultural Celebration

The Hudson Area Library is proud to present a Congolese Cultural Celebration on Saturday, March 11, 2 - 4pm. Pamela Badila, the Badila family, and Perfect Ten teens will present traditional music, songs, dances and folk life stories of the Congo. A special dance from the First National Ballet of Congo will be performed by DIATA DIATA International Folkloric Theatre, the well-known Badila Family ensemble, based in Hudson New York. The ensemble will share history, imagery, and contemporary music. There will be a brief percussion and dance workshop offered to guests during the day, which is open to families for discovery. The acoustic trio of Loumingou Night, Badila sisters, will perform songs especially selected for this tribute to their father’s homeland A variety of foods from Congo and other African origins, made popular in the Congo will be available for sampling. Attendees are welcome to join in all activities throughout!