In recognition and acknowledgment of the significant presence of African and African-centric merchants along the corridor of 116th street in Harlem, New York City, the Go Africa Network Inc.., a non-profit organization focusing on development, education and trade initiatives for Africa is hosting a 1 day street festival within the boundaries of Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard (7th Avenue) and Frederick Douglass Boulevard (8th Avenue) on 116th street on July 16, 2016 between the hours of 10am and 7pm.
The Honorable Gale Brewer, Manhattan Borough President will serve as the Grand Marshall.
Preference has been given to African Merchants in the city of New York for space during the event on a first come, first served basis. All merchants, vendors, and services entities are required to be licensed and have valid permits by the applicable agencies in the City of New York for selling, promotion, solicitation, and delivery of their particular goods and services.
The merchants and vendors are categorized as follows:
Dance, Music and African Art
Food and Beverages
Clothing and Apparel
Health and Wellness Services (Medical, health, Mental, testing services)
Financial services (Banking, insurance, etc.)
City agency services (Immigration, housing, social services).
Several individuals from the community will be honored for their distinguished years of service to the African and African-American community throughout the years.
For more information, visit goafricaharlem.org.
Photo credit: Go Africa
