A GREAT INVESTMENT!
Adefua Cultural Education Workshop (ACEW) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is committed to developing and maintaining relationships with community agencies, cultural councils, school districts, scholars, parents and education-focused organizations. |
ACEW VISION
For the “Adefua Model” to be accepted as one of the national standards for K-12 youth education. For African cultural centers to be developed in all major cities worldwide that utilize the “Adefua Model” in which education, economic development, youth employment, and human services will be the areas of focus.
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ACEW MISSION
ACEW’s mission is to create, expand, and offer options for youth to enhance growth, personal development, and academic success through the study of African culture, music, and dance. Become a Sponsor, Contributor, Board Member, Volunteer!
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GUIDING PRINCIPLES
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Team |
ACEW will continue to stress group cohesion, individual responsibility and personal development.
ACEW will recognize and encourage individual contributions with everyone working towards the same objectives. |
Students |
ACEW will continue to present high quality cultural and educational workshops to enhance growth, personal development, and promote academic success for our students. |
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Community |
ACEW will continue to participate actively in engaging the public in appreciating and understanding cultural differences.
ACEW will maintain its commitment to developing and maintaining relationships with the community. |
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ADEFUA COMPONENTS |
- Education
- Community/Cultural Development
- Human Services
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ADEFUA SEASON |
- Open House
- African Arts For all To See
- Spring Recital Series
- Cultural Camp I
- Cultural Camp II
- Odunde Festival
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Odunde Festival 08’
An African Harvest Celebration!
Thanksgiving Weekend!
"The HOMELAND" concert is a celebration to
give thanks to our Creator for Life!
Join us as we celebrate with Educational Workshops,
Performances & Healing Thy Self!
Thursday November 20th - Sunday November 23rd
Three nights at 7pm
Rainier Valley Cultural Center
3515 S Alaska Street
Seattle, WA 98118
(southwest corner of alaska and rainier ave)
More information at 206.725.7517
Tickets are available at:
www.brownpapertickets.com
"The HOMELAND" Odunde Festival!
African Harvest Celebration! |
African Drumming & Dance Workshop
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Thursday, November 20th – Benefit for Building Fund |
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Noon-8:00pm |
African Market Place |
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7:00-8:30pm |
HOMELAND |
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Frida, November 21st – Opening Night
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Noon-8:00pm |
African Market Place |
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7:00-8:30pm |
HOMELAND |
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Saturday, November 22nd – HOMELAND finale |
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11am |
African Drumming Workshop |
Adeyemi Harris |
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1pm |
African Dance Workshop |
Okaidja Afroso |
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3pm |
African Spirituality Lecture & Fashion Show |
"Babalawo" |
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5pm |
Artists' Reception |
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Noon-8pm |
African Market Place |
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7-8:30pm |
HOMELAND |
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Sunday, November 23rd – Day of Workshops |
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Noon |
Hip Hop Dance for All Ages |
Cece & Nailah |
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1:30pm |
African Drumming Workshop |
Thione Diop |
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3pm |
African Dance Workshop |
Okaidja Afroso |
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Students &
Seniors: $12
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children 12 &
Under: $10
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Family (up to 4):
$35
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All Workshops:
$80
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Vendors
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You are invited to participate in the Adefua Cultural Education Workshop's African Market Place. This is the 23rd year of the Odunde Festival. The African Market Place will be held from 12:00pm - 8:00 p.m. at the Rainier Valley Cultural Center 3515 S Alaska Street, in Seattle. Three concerts and workshops will take place starting on Thursday, November 20th. Hot African food served each night.
Market Place Vending Info with Application
Odunde Festival Volunteers click here! |
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Advertise
We are asking for your support because you are an important part of the Adefua community. We offer an uncomplicated opportunity for you and others to attend this years' Odunde Festival 2008!
Deadline is approaching, advertise your business by calling 206.722.6602
Rate Sheet... |
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The Sankofa Experience
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“We must return to our roots, in order to move forward”
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Cultural Camp for Youth & Families
During the month of August
More information coming soon!
You Are Invited to Join Us! 3 Full Days of African Drumming, Dance & Song! Plan to attend the 24th Annual “Cultural Camp”. Our camp instructors are qualified professionals and masters recognized for high achievement in their fields and also are gifted and enthusiastic teachers for people interested in learning West African Culture in America.
All meals are included starting with lunch as you check-in on Tuesday at 12:noon. You will receive 3 wholesome/ethnic meals per day, fun-filled workshops, comfortable overnight cabin accommodations & evening entertainment.
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Complete Cost Per Person
Youth-Teens/$190
Adults/$235
Groups of 6 or more – 15%
All participants must be paid in full
Make checks payable to
A.C.E.W.
6716 Rainier Avenue S.
Seattle, WA 98118-3631
206.722.6602 |
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DAILY ACTIVITIES INCLUDE
Drumming • Dance • History
Cultural Games & Stories
Language • Costume Making
Performance Preparation
Environmental Nature Walks
Massage and Much More...
ALL MEALS INCLUDED |
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Confirmations and directions will be mailed once your $50 deposit is received. Registration packets will be mailed upon receipt of full payment. |
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Drumming and Dance Classes
Sunday |
“Fun with Drum” |
Youth ages 4-12 |
1:30-2:30pm |
Adefua Center.6716 Rainier South |
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Intro. African Dance |
Families of 3 or more |
3:00-4:00pm |
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Friday |
African Dance 101 |
Beginners
Item#6509 |
5:30-6:30pm |
Seattle Central Community College |
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African Dance/General |
All Levels
Item#6510 |
7:00-8:30pm |
Class Fees and information :
Friday = $75/Beginner, $85.00/All Level (per 10 weeks)
Sunday = $10/Youth, $15.00/Adult (per single class)
By appointment only. Minimum class size 3
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Community Workshops in-Residence
(Now booking!) These residency projects are inter-active hands on, in classroom activities. All activity choices are suitable for all benchmarks (I, II & III) for all grade levels that are referenced with the essential learning requirements. More...
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