The New England Culture Fest 2006, is the nation's premiere extravaganza supporting fair trade art empowerment projects connecting New England to the globe!
This unique event is an open-air "edu-tainment" festival featuring everything from flamenco, multi-cultural storytelling, jazz to reggae music for the entire family. This Labor Day weekend visit the heart of the historic Downtown Lowell Art District! This is a vibrant and interactive event for a wonderful cause. Be carried away with the sights and sounds - and the aroma of distant lands!
The New England Culture Fest 2006 Schedule
• 1 PM Beverly Rush (Folk)
• 130 PM Ameranouche (Hot Gypsy Jazz)
• 2:20 Boston Kung Fu Tai Chi Institute
• 230 PM United Roots (Caribbean, Break Dancing, Hip-Hop and Belly Dancing)
• 3 PM Anita Coelho Brazilian Jazz Ensemble (Bossa Nova and Chorinho)
• 345- Capoeira Regional (Brazilian Martial Arts Dance)
• 4 PM Marcia Higgs and Dis N Dat Band (Reggae)
• 5 PM Balla Tounkara and Group Spirit (West African/ World)
• 6 PM Marta Gomez (Latin Jazz)
• 7 PM Boston Horns (Funk)
• 8:30 PM Fashionably Fair Runway Show (Kims Fashion, Chandler Jewelry, Nomads Clothing UK, Boot Cotton Mill, Project Hope)
• 8:30 PM The Boston Afro Beat Society (African Funk-Jazz)
The Second World Showroom VIP Showcase 172 Middle Street Unit 107
This special spotlight features exclusive previews from acclaimed performers from the New England region, with special passes for entrance to the festival available only from 3:30 -6PM.
3:30 PM Christopher Bakriges Ensemble (Jazz)
Over eighty amazing local and international artisans and socially aware businesses have been hand-selected to participate in the interactive and unusual Culture Fest Fair Trade Expo. Storytelling, henna, face painting, art demonstrations and much more!! Large scale film and video projections will cover the historic mill buildings once night falls. And watch out- The Fashionably Fair runway show featuring empowering fashions making a difference will premiere at this year's festivities! Internationally renowned musical performers will move you. Experience world culture. Dance. Sing. Join the fun, for a better world, this Labor Day Weekend! You can make a difference in the fight against global poverty, while having an unforgettable time! Advance Tickets Are Now Available.
Would your business, restaurant or company like to be included in this year's festival? Please inquire about how your business can take advantage of New England Culture Fest sponsorship opportunities. Call Valerie Parker at 978.455.6025.
Festival Details
Location:The Enterprise Bank/ New England Quilt Museum Parking
Lots Across from Ayer Lofts at 172 Middle Street in Historic Downtown Lowell, MA 01852
Directions:From either Rt 495 (Exit 35C), or Rt 3 (exit 30N Northbound or 30A Southbound) take the Lowell Connector to Thorndike Street (Exit 5B). At 4th light, Thorndike St merges onto Dutton Street. Go to the 2nd light and turn right onto Market Street. Take the first left off Market Street onto Palmer Street at the light, then the first left onto Middle Street. Event Entrance is on your right.
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