Makatas Dancers is a mentorship program that teaches girls traditional African dances, and the Makatas Heart Foundation, which works to advance education in Liberia.
“My mom told me, ‘If you are able to, once you’re stable, don’t forget the others, and that’s what we’ve been doing.” ~ Joetta Julugbeh Makatas Founder
Take a moment to like, follow, share, and support these vibrant groups forming the Global Lounge Artists Coalition. Let’s celebrate diversity and stay connected to the beauty of tradition.
Contact:
makatasdancers@gmail.com
(208) 571-6299
Kirk is a national public sculptor with artwork in 20/50 states so far. We are honored to have him design and paint a mural at the site of our headquarters.Kirk designed a piece titled, "Melting Pot" a colorful concept featuring a stained glass look with puzzle pieces fitting together. Design by Kirk Seese of BB Murals
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Marimba Boise is a community of students of Zimbabwean-style marimba music. They play on a family of xylophones, where each instrument adds an essential voice to an intricate and joyful sound. Drawing on traditional and contemporary music from southern Africa, they celebrate the region’s infectious dance rhythms.
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Global Lounge is at the forefront of thoughtful cultural preservation, education, integration and the promotion of cultural awareness by harnessing the power and beauty of diversity for individual and community development. ♥
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