Afro-Caribbean Connections ( Kizomba LifeStyle ) Proudly Presents
Team #AfroSummer is grateful for the opportunity to serve you yet again for another year of connection, learning & laughter! #AfroSummer2019 will celebrate everything you LOVE and truly bridge the gap between Africa, the Caribbean & the U.S.!
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WHY AFRO-SUMMER? β
ASLF is more than a Festival...it's a community connected through African, Caribbean Rhythms & Passion! ASLF is a dancer's haven, a safe space for creativity, friendship & freedom to explore the DANCER in you! We welcome children & adults of ALL ages!The love that field the air at ASLF 2018 was overwhelming, we look forward to sharing that same energy with YOU!
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WHAT TO EXPECT? β
βALL THE FEELS, PLENTY HUGS & YOU! β₯
β TOP International & National DJs
β 4 Nights of Dancing with your favorite dancers Till 6am
β NEW workshop format with World Class Instructors
β 3 Beautiful Rooms for Social Dancing
β Semba & Tarraxo Competition w/Prizes
βAfro House Soul Train Challenge
β Pool Parties
β Performances
β MANY MORE ANNOUNCEMENTS!
β TOP International & National DJs
β 4 Nights of Dancing with your favorite dancers Till 6am
β NEW workshop format with World Class Instructors
β 3 Beautiful Rooms for Social Dancing
β Semba & Tarraxo Competition w/Prizes
βAfro House Soul Train Challenge
β Pool Parties
β Performances
β MANY MORE ANNOUNCEMENTS!
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BALLROOM #2: Bachata, Sensual Bachata, Mambo, Salsa, Tipico, Merengue, Cumbia
BALLROOM #3: Brazilian Zouk, Brazilian House, Samba, R&B, Remixes
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The hotel also offers complimentary shuttle to and from O'Hare airport, a five minute trip! Take advantage of the fun attractions and shopping only a five minute Uber or ten minute walk. You will be just steps away from great restaurants, bars, bowling and shopping!
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GENRES OF MUSIC FEATURED β
BALLROOM #1: Semba, Kizomba, Konpa, Zouk, Ghetto Zouk, Coladera, Tarrax, Douceur, Gouyad Special, Afro Beats, Kuduro, Sukous, Ndombolo, Afro House, Soca, Reggae, Trap, Hip HopBALLROOM #2: Bachata, Sensual Bachata, Mambo, Salsa, Tipico, Merengue, Cumbia
BALLROOM #3: Brazilian Zouk, Brazilian House, Samba, R&B, Remixes
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CHECK OUT WHO'S PARTYING WITH YOU? β
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CONFIRMED AFRO DJSβ
βDJ Zay'X βDJ Kimani Rashad βDJ Sink βDJ Cassanova
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CONFIRMED BACHATA DJSβ
βDJ Soltrix βDJ Carlos Cinta βDJ Damian "The Don" & More TBA!
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CONFIRMED BRAZILIAN ZOUK DJSβ
βDJ Archie
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CONFIRMED SEMBA/KIZOMBA ARTISTSβ
βJamba β Oncle Kani & Black Cherry βShafeeha Monae & Willy Elo
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CONFIRMED URBAN KIZ ARTISTSβ
β Saber & Madjouline βShika Jay β Eugene & Jhanelle
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CONFIRMED KUDURO/AFRO BEATS/ AFRO HOUSE ARTISTSβ
More TBA!
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CONFIRMED BACHATA ARTISTSβ
βCarlos Cinta βDamian "The Don" & More TBA!
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CONFIRMED BRAZILIAN ZOUK ARTISTSβ
βHannnah Miller Jones & More TBA!
Stay tuned for FULL LINE UP ANNOUNCEMENTS! β₯
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AFRO-SUMMER HAS A NEW HOME! β
The beautifully $11 million dollar renovated EMBASSY SUITES is your home away from home and centrally located directly across from the DONALD E. STEPHENS CONVENTION CENTER! From your hotel, simply walk across the sky bridge to enjoy world class workshops, social dancing & activities! Embassy Suites offers complimentary breakfast from 7am-10am and COMPLIMENTARY Happy Hour from 6pm-8pm. The hotel also offers complimentary shuttle to and from O'Hare airport, a five minute trip! Take advantage of the fun attractions and shopping only a five minute Uber or ten minute walk. You will be just steps away from great restaurants, bars, bowling and shopping!
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ADDRESS : 5555 North River Rd Rosemont, IL 60018
HOTEL: Embassy Suites
ADDRESS: 5500 North River Rd Rosemont, IL 60018
**DISCOUNT HOTEL RESERVATION CODE: TBA
CLOSEST AIRPORT: O'hare (ORD)
Travel from ORD to Venue via Complimentary Shuttle (5 mins)
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FRIDAY-SUN: Workshops, Socials, Performances, Pool Parties, Competitions, etc
**FULL Schedule TBA**
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Invite friends and make new ones here: Afro-Summer LOVE Fest #EverythingULove
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HOST VENUE/HOTEL INFOβ
VENUE: Donald E. Stephens Convention CenterADDRESS : 5555 North River Rd Rosemont, IL 60018
HOTEL: Embassy Suites
ADDRESS: 5500 North River Rd Rosemont, IL 60018
**DISCOUNT HOTEL RESERVATION CODE: TBA
CLOSEST AIRPORT: O'hare (ORD)
Travel from ORD to Venue via Complimentary Shuttle (5 mins)
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GENERAL WEEKEND SCHEDULE β
THURSDAY: Welcome Party (Included in Pass)FRIDAY-SUN: Workshops, Socials, Performances, Pool Parties, Competitions, etc
**FULL Schedule TBA**
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THANK YOU β
We thank all of you in advance for your support over the years and those who will join us this year! We organize out of passion for our community & friends who become family!β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬β¬
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ADDITIONAL INFOβ
Looking for a roommate: Afro-Summer RoomiesInvite friends and make new ones here: Afro-Summer LOVE Fest #EverythingULove
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OFFICIAL HASHTAGSβ
#ASLF #AfroSummer #EverythingULove
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