Come out and enjoy a FREE, interactive drum performance at the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens.
About this event
**Masks are no longer required. They remain optional for those who wish to wear one while attending a Friends event**
The Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens are inviting all park guests and visitors for a free, interactive drum circle as a part of "WELLderness: An Outdoor Wellness Series" at the park.
About the performers
The Bele Bele Rhythm Collective is an intergenerational group of women from DC and surrounding areas who have come together to form a sisterhood of the drum. Founded in 2008 and led by "Drumlady" Kristen Arant, the BBRC performs tightly sewn compositions of polyrhythms on West African dun-un and djembe drums, complete with exciting breaks, contagious songs, and dancing. The BBRC performs to celebrate unity and diversity, and to spread the joy and healing power of West African drumming to the community at-large.
What: A free, interactive performance by the Bele Bele Rhythm Collective- "Sisterhood of the Drum". We encourage you to bring a drum or other instrument to participate in the music-making experience (no experience necessary). Grab a seat and enjoy!
When: Saturday, June 18, 2022 from 2:30pm to 3:30pm.
Where: Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, 1550 Anacostia Ave NE, Washington, DC 20019
Getting There: By car, there is a large visitors parking lot at the park entrance on Anacostia Ave and abundant street parking surrounding the park. By Metro, the park entrance is 1.0 mile from the Deanwood Metro Station and 1.3 miles from the Minnesota Ave Station, both on the Orange Line.
What to Bring: reusable water bottle, sun protection, chair/blanket, and don't forget your dance moves (you will want to get up and groove!)
Contact: For questions or concerns reach out to Shannah Cumberbatch at shannah@fokag.org or 202-650-0455
Learn about Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens: Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter (@kenaqgardens) and visit us at www.kenaqgardens.org.