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 Mt. Kisco, NY - Celebrate the culture and “imani” (faith) of Africa and the Caribbean at this year’s African American Heritage Celebration on Sunday, June 29, from 12 noon to 7 p.m., at the Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla.
The program features live entertainment which will include performances by a drum and bugle corps, a gospel choir, and the Hip Hop Academy. As an added treat for visitors, there will be a performance by a dance group, along with the presentation of awards and recognition given to Westchester County religious groups and prominent figures who serve the community by promoting faith. There will also be activities for children and health and educational exhibits. The festival offers something fun and interesting for visitors of any age.
Visitors will also be able to browse the many vendors who will be displaying and selling various types of traditional arts and crafts and countless types of ethnic foods. Don’t forget to bring a folding chair or blanket and enjoy the June weather at the beautiful Kensico Dam Plaza.
Parking and admission are free.
The event is sponsored by Westchester County Parks and the Coalition of African American Organizations.
Kensico Dam Plaza is located at the north end of the Bronx River Parkway in Valhalla, and is accessible via the Westchester BEE-LINE bus system, Route #6 from the White Plains TransCenter.
If you are interested in being a vendor at this event, please call (914) 592-7841.
For more information call (914) 995-PARK. General information about Westchester County Parks can also be found at www.westchestergov.com/parks.
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