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SUMMARY:Reflections of Vancouver’s Black History
DESCRIPTION:A celebration for Black History Month 2026\, led by Fade to Black Entertainment Society (FTBE). This event will highlight the visual arts\, music\, literature\, and film that have shaped Vancouver’s Black cultural landscape\, while also opening a space for dialogue and healing within our creative community. Building on FTBE’s long-standing track record of elevating Black voices through film and music\, this new focus brings Afrofuturism dialogue to the forefront\, reminding us that the arts are both mirror and medicine for the Black experience in Canada. \nArt Exhibition: The Art of Resilience – Established and emerging Black artists\, with a focus on those who have contributed to the city’s art scene yet remain under-recognized. \nKeynote Speakers: Then and Now – serving as a listening circle and sharing session with past present and future Black-led voices in the community. \nPerformances & Celebration – local musicians\, poets and influencers connecting the themes of Black art\, resistance\, and renewal. Artists from FTBE’s network including participants from BMMV and Da LuV James bringing a multi-sensory experience of rhythm and reflection. Special guest DJ Earl The Pearl will be closing out the night! \nCultural Dinner Experience – catered light dinner by the chefs at the long-standing Riddim & Spice restaurant\, celebrating the culinary commitment of our community. The meal will act as a shared table of gratitude connecting our culture through food\, conversation\, and storytelling. \nCash/Card bar will be open throughout the evening.\nEvent runs 7pm to 1am \n\nCelebrate the contributions of Black community and cultural pioneers in Vancouver\, explore a legacy establishment for Black artists and history\, engage the broader community in dialogue around equity in our contributions\, and inspire collaboration and unity within Vancouver’s fragmented Black creative scene. \nFTBE has spent years building platforms for Black storytelling through film\, music\, and cultural events often without adequate funding or the greater community support. Despite ongoing financial and social challenges\, the organization continues to create meaningful opportunities for expression and connection. \n\n\n	Related
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LOCATION:riddim and spice\, 1945 Commercial Drive\, Vancouver\, V5N4A8\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="fade to black entertainment society":MAILTO:fadetoblackproduction@gmail.com
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