The seventh annual “Taste of Africa,” is coming once again to Killeen on July 20 at the Killeen Civic and Convention Center, at 3601 South WS Young Drive. The event will be held from noon to 6 p.m.
and is hosted by I.M.P.
A.C. or Intelligent Minds Proving and Applying Commitment.
IMPAC Outreach Founder Rodney Duckett is inviting the public to attend the annual event. “Join us as African descendants gather to celebrate the expansive African histories and cultures that the continent has to offer,” Duckett wrote in his invitation. “This family-centered celebration of African cultures will explore tantalizing tastes, vibrant fabrics and fashions, exotic jewels, handcrafted art, vibrant sounds, breathtaking dancing movement and other acts to show the audience an authentic cultural display.
” There will be experts on hand to give random selected guests an African Cultural Makover, and organizers encourage everyone to “wear your best African dress proudly for the community to see,” There will be an open market, mini-workshops, artists presentations, entertainment and lots of food to enjoy. Duckett says the event is expected to attract 1,000 people and should be a great cultural networking event, while creating an easy way to gain visibility with the public at large. General admission is free to youth 12 and under, as well as those 65 and older.
Regular admission is $20 per person. For those who wish to register a vendor booth, the cost is $175, book vendor booths, $75..
