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Neighborhoods of the World at Navy Pier
Bell’ Italia
Sunday, February 17, 2013


Chinese Celebration
Sunday, February 24, 2013


Celebrate Mexico
Sunday, March 3, 2013


Celebrate Lithuanian Independence
Sunday, March 10, 2013


Amazing India
Sunday, March 17, 2013


Philippine Fest Chicago
(Piyesta Pinoy sa Chicago)
Sunday, March 24, 2013


Africa In Chicago
Sunday, March 31, 2013


A Greek Journey in the Windy City
Sunday, April 7, 2013


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Africa In Chicago
Sunday, March 31, 2013
12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Navy Pier's Crystal Gardens
Free Admission!


Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood is a landmark of African-American urban history. Share in the rich traditions of African heritage at this afternoon’s tribute. Featuring performances by ‘IZReelSoul’ Band, The Zenith Dance Company, Chicago Steppers, Nikki Hayes, and Africa International House Theater Children’s Choir. Plus, explore the marketplace with 20 vendors selling traditional folk art including Knotty Knits Designs, Landis Cosmetics, Uniquely Yours By Roncita, Senteamental Moods, and Phoenix Diverse Holistics Collaborative. Presented in partnership with Africa International House
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EVENT SCHEDULE
(schedule and performers subject to change)

12:00 PM Welcome
12:10 PM ‘IZReelSoul’ Band
1:00 PM The Zenith Dance Company
1:40 PM Chicago Steppers
2:15 PM Sambai Brazilian Dance Group
2:50 PM Nikki Hayes
3:30 PM African House Theater Children’s Choir
4:15 PM DEFIC
4:45 PM Closing





Africa In Chicago is a part of the "Neighborhoods of the World" series, Sundays, February 17 – April 7, 2013, at Navy Pier's Crystal Gardens. Click here to see the entire Neighborhoods of the World Schedule.

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