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SUMMARY:DJ: The Legends of The Old School — music from the 80s up
DESCRIPTION:Music from the 1980s through today will be featured at The Vault on Sunday\, July 5\, during Cape Verdean Weekend. Edward Blendz leads a lineup of DJs playing in two rooms. \nDoors open at 7 p.m. Admission is $15. Guests must be 21 or older with a valid ID.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dj-the-legends-of-the-old-school-music-from-the-80s-up/
LOCATION:The Vault Music Hall and Pub\, 791 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cape Verdean Recognition Week,Culture Calendar,Music,The Vault Music Hall
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SUMMARY:54th Cape Verdean Recognition Parade and Kultura Festa
DESCRIPTION:Cape Verdean Recognition Week concludes Sunday\, July 5\, with the 54th Cape Verdean Recognition Parade and Kultura Festa in New Bedford.\n\nKultura Festa begins at 11 a.m. at Serenity Gardens\, featuring music\, food vendors\, cultural attractions\, and other activities. The parade follows at noon\, traveling along Union Street to the Cape Verdean Veterans Memorial Hall.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/54th-cape-verdean-recognition-parade-and-kultura-festa/
LOCATION:Serenity Gardens\, 41 Bedford St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cape Verdean Recognition Week,Culture Calendar,Festival,Parade
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SUMMARY:DJ Mark Dias — Old School R&B Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Cape Verdean Weekend with an old school R&B dance party featuring DJ Mark Dias on Friday\, July 3\, at The Vault. White attire is encouraged. Music begins at 8 p.m. \nAdvance tickets are $10. Admission is $15 at the door. This is a 21+ event with a valid ID.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/dj-mark-dias-old-school-rb-dance-party/
LOCATION:The Vault Music Hall and Pub\, 791 Purchase St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cape Verdean Recognition Week,Culture Calendar,Music,Nightlife,The Vault Music Hall
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SUMMARY:Escape The Box Comedy Night: Independence Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Escape the Box Comedy Night is back at Lighthouse Tavern on Thursday\, July 2. The Independence Celebration edition features stand-up comedy and music by DJ Andre Millz. The lineup highlights American and Cape Verdean culture in New Bedford. \nNew Bedford native Alex Joseph Pires hosts the show. Performers include Zach Morin\, Alexis Cristaldi\, and headliner Mr. Kuze. \nDoors open at 6 p.m. The show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20. A one drink minimum applies\, including nonalcoholic beverages. Seating is at tables. \nThe lineup is subject to change. Venue staff and security will be on site. All ticket sales are final. Late seating is at the venue’s discretion.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/escape-the-box-comedy-night-independence-celebration/
LOCATION:Lighthouse Tavern\, 578 Brock Ave.\, New Bedford\, MA\, 02744\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cape Verdean Recognition Week,Comedy,Culture Calendar,Fourth of July
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SUMMARY:Cape Verdean Flag Raising Ceremony and block party
DESCRIPTION:The Cape Verdean Recognition Committee will host a Cape Verdean flag-raising ceremony from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday\, June 29\, on the steps of New Bedford City Hall.\n\nA block party will follow the ceremony from 7 to 8 p.m. Entertainment continues afterward at the Bisca Club\, 161 Acushnet Ave.\, with music and refreshments.
URL:https://newbedfordlight.org/event/cape-verdean-flag-raising-ceremony-and-block-party/
LOCATION:New Bedford City Hall\, 133 William St.\, New Bedford\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cape Verdean Recognition Week,Civic Life,Culture Calendar
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